US 83 over Bee Creek
FairReal County, Texas · 9.3 MI S of SH 39 · Structure no. 071930003605039
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,154
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Bee Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 83 over Bee Creek in Real County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2008, 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 210 ft (64 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Bee Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is US 83 over Bee 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 Bee Creek carry?
About 1,154 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Bee Creek?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Bee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.