US Bridges

US 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.45 MI S of SH 45 Toll · Structure no. 142270044006143

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
320 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,555
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 9,555 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,861 by 2042. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS 183 Nbfr
CrossesMaha Creek
Location0.45 MI S of SH 45 Toll
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates30.07543, -97.6916
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,555 (2023)
Projected traffic15,861 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 183 Nbfr over Maha 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek carry?

About 9,555 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 Nbfr over Maha Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.