US Bridges

US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 0.35 MI S of Jones C/L · Structure no. 082210003306088

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
205 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,507
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 7,507 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,600 by 2033. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 40 ft wide.

CarriesUS 83 Nb/Us 277 NB
CrossesBu 83 SB
Location0.35 MI S of Jones C/L
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates32.51613, -99.75087
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,507 (2020)
Projected traffic7,600 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB carry?

About 7,507 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB?

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 Nb/Us 277 NB over Bu 83 SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.