FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief
GoodSabine County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of SH 87 · Structure no. 112020069401017
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,163
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief is a concrete slab carrying FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief in Sabine County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1971, 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 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 3,163 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,428 by 2040. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief carry?
About 3,163 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief?
The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns FM 83 over Housen Bayou Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.