US Bridges

US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of FM 2404 · Structure no. 082210003306062

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,759
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 66 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 7,759 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,220 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 122 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 83/US 277
CrossesElm Creek Relief
Location1.10 MI S of FM 2404
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.48805, -99.7657
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width122 ft (37.2 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,759 (2020)
Projected traffic13,220 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is US 83/US 277 over Elm 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief carry?

About 7,759 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 122 ft wide.

Who owns US 83/US 277 over Elm Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.