US Bridges

RM 783 over IH 10

Good

Kerr County, Texas · 2.9 MI NW of SH 16 · Structure no. 151330014214113

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
330 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,692
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 783 over IH 10 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RM 783 over IH 10 in Kerr County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,692 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,870 by 2033. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesRM 783
CrossesIH 10
Location2.9 MI NW of SH 16
RouteState Highway 783
StateTexas
Coordinates30.0892, -99.15166
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length330 ft (100.6 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,692 (2023)
Projected traffic5,870 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 783 over IH 10 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 783 over IH 10 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2022.

How much traffic does RM 783 over IH 10 carry?

About 4,692 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is RM 783 over IH 10?

The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns RM 783 over IH 10?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.