US 83 over Elm Creek
GoodMenard County, Texas · 0.91 MI S of RM 1773 · Structure no. 071640003506042
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 79 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,938
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Elm Creek in Menard County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 84 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 3,938 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2033. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 83 over Elm Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Elm Creek carry?
About 3,938 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.