US 83 over Elm Creek
GoodUvalde County, Texas · 4.3 MI S of Real CO LN · Structure no. 152320003607019
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,825
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Elm Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 83 over Elm Creek in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 90 years old, older 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 1,825 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,210 by 2033. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is US 83 over Elm 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Elm Creek carry?
About 1,825 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.