SH 163 over Beals Creek
GoodMitchell County, Texas · 2.8 MI S of FM 670 · Structure no. 081680033301011
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 194
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 163 over Beals Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 163 over Beals Creek in Mitchell County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 194 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2030. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SH 163 over Beals Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 163 over Beals 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SH 163 over Beals Creek carry?
About 194 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is SH 163 over Beals Creek?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 163 over Beals Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.