US Bridges

US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.25 MI SE of US 277 · Structure no. 082210003401035

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1972
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,803
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1972, 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 25,803 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,880 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 83 and Frtg Rds
CrossesCatclaw Creek
Location1.25 MI SE of US 277
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41154, -99.77329
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,803 (2020)
Projected traffic34,880 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.

What condition is US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek carry?

About 25,803 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 83 and Frtg Rds over Catclaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.