US 283 over Snalem Crk
FairShackelford County, Texas · 1.60 MI N of US 180 · Structure no. 082090012504024
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 718
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 283 over Snalem Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 283 over Snalem Crk in Shackelford County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1980, 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 718 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.2 mi (84 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 283 over Snalem Crk built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 283 over Snalem Crk 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 283 over Snalem Crk carry?
About 718 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US 283 over Snalem Crk?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns US 283 over Snalem Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.