US Bridges

US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.35 MI S of Jones C/L · Structure no. 082210003306078

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
185 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,733
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404 in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 3,733 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,380 by 2033. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 83 Sb/Us 277 SB
CrossesFM 2404
Location1.35 MI S of Jones C/L
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates32.50164, -99.75607
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length185 ft (56.4 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,733 (2019)
Projected traffic6,380 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404 carry?

About 3,733 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404?

The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 Sb/Us 277 SB over FM 2404?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.