US 183 over Brown Branch
FairStephens County, Texas · 1.05 MI S of US 180 · Structure no. 232150025701001
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,510
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Brown Branch is a concrete slab carrying US 183 over Brown Branch in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 100 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 2,510 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,550 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 183 over Brown Branch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is US 183 over Brown Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 183 over Brown Branch carry?
About 2,510 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Brown Branch?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Brown Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.