US 84 over Williams Creek
PoorMcLennan County, Texas · 5.0 MI E of SH 31 · Structure no. 091610005601010
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 142 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,085
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 84 over Williams Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 84 over Williams Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 94 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,085 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,720 by 2033. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 84 over Williams Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is US 84 over Williams Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does US 84 over Williams Creek carry?
About 5,085 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 84 over Williams Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 84 over Williams Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.