US 83 over Elm Creek Relief
GoodTaylor County, Texas · 1.30 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 082210003306038
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1981
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,497
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Elm Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Elm Creek Relief in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 68 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 27,497 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,650 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 131 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Elm Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.
What condition is US 83 over Elm Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 over Elm Creek Relief carry?
About 27,497 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Elm Creek Relief?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 131 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Elm Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.