US 183 over Cow Creek
FairThrockmorton County, Texas · 2.5 MI N of SH 79 · Structure no. 032240012502011
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 587
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Cow Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 183 over Cow Creek in Throckmorton County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1989, 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 587 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 869 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
Location
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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 183 over Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 183 over Cow 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US 183 over Cow Creek carry?
About 587 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Cow Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Cow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.