FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief
FairSabine County, Texas · 1.90 MI W of US 96 · Structure no. 112020263702005
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,879
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief in Sabine County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,879 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,631 by 2040. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief carry?
About 1,879 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM 83 over Bear Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.