US Bridges

US 83 / US 84 over Cedar Creek Relief

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 3.30 MI S of FM 707 · Structure no. 082210003401003

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,379
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 / US 84 over Cedar Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 / US 84 over Cedar Creek Relief in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 96 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 10,379 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,730 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 123 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 83 / US 84
CrossesCedar Creek Relief
Location3.30 MI S of FM 707
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.30459, -99.75819
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 geometry8: Equal 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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width123 ft (37.5 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,379 (2020)
Projected traffic13,730 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 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 84 over Cedar Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is US 83 / US 84 over Cedar 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 84 over Cedar Creek Relief carry?

About 10,379 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 83 / US 84 over Cedar Creek Relief?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 / US 84 over Cedar Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.