US Bridges

US 83 over Bugler Creek Relief

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.05 MI SW of FM 604 · Structure no. 082210003402010

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
53 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,658
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Bugler Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 83 over Bugler Creek Relief 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 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesBugler Creek Relief
Location1.05 MI SW of FM 604
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates32.11838, -99.87656
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,658 (2020)
Projected traffic4,050 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 over Bugler Creek Relief 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 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 over Bugler Creek Relief carry?

About 2,658 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Bugler Creek Relief?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 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 Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.