US 83 over Pole Cave Creek
FairReal County, Texas · 9.7 MI S of SH 39 · Structure no. 071930003605038
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,154
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Pole Cave Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Pole Cave Creek in Real County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 69 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 1,154 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,644 by 2038. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 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 Pole Cave Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 83 over Pole Cave 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 Pole Cave Creek carry?
About 1,154 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Pole Cave Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 83 over Pole Cave Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.