US 83 over Allen Creek
FairKimble County, Texas · 9.53 MI S of IH 10 · Structure no. 071340003601033
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 666
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Allen Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 83 over Allen Creek in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 78 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 666 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Allen Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is US 83 over Allen Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Allen Creek carry?
About 666 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Allen Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Allen Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.