US 83 over North Fork Red River
FairWheeler County, Texas · 2 Miles North of Shamrock · Structure no. 252420003009042
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,260 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,073
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over North Fork Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 over North Fork Red River in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 2,073 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2033. The structure is 1,260 ft (384 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over North Fork Red River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over North Fork Red River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 over North Fork Red River carry?
About 2,073 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over North Fork Red River?
The structure is 1,260 ft (384 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over North Fork Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.