US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek
FairTaylor County, Texas · 1.35 MI NW of IH 20 · Structure no. 082210003308018
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1959
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 265 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,795
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1959, so it is 95 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 7,795 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,890 by 2033. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1959.
What condition is US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek 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 Bus over Big Elm Creek carry?
About 7,795 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek?
The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 Bus over Big Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.