US 83 over Auld Creek
FairReal County, Texas · 1.0 MI N of SH 39 · Structure no. 071930003603032
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 692
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Auld Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Auld Creek in Real County, Texas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 2000, 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 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 692 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,138 by 2038. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Auld Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is US 83 over Auld 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Auld Creek carry?
About 692 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Auld Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 83 over Auld Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.