US Bridges

US 84 over Buffalo Creek

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 1.10 MI NW of Coleman C/L · Structure no. 082210005401087

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
216 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,760
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Buffalo Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 over Buffalo Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,760 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,210 by 2033. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesUS 84
CrossesBuffalo Creek
Location1.10 MI NW of Coleman C/L
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateTexas
Coordinates32.09539, -99.70601
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,760 (2020)
Projected traffic4,210 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 over Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 over Buffalo Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Buffalo Creek carry?

About 2,760 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 over Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.