US 83 over Bugler Creek
FairTaylor County, Texas · 0.71 MI SW of FM 604 · Structure no. 082210003402009
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,658
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Bugler Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 83 over Bugler Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 98 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 2,658 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,050 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 over Bugler Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is US 83 over Bugler 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 over Bugler Creek carry?
About 2,658 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Bugler Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Bugler Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.