US 83 over Spur Creek
FairRunnels County, Texas · 3.70 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 072000003501002
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,979
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Spur Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Spur Creek in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 95 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 2,979 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,510 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Spur Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US 83 over Spur 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Spur Creek carry?
About 2,979 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Spur Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Spur Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.