US Bridges

US 183 over Turkey Creek

Good

Wilbarger County, Texas · 2.1 MI S of FM 2585 · Structure no. 032440012404012

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
57 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
794
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over Turkey Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 183 over Turkey Creek in Wilbarger County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 94 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 794 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,240 by 2033. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 183
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location2.1 MI S of FM 2585
RouteU.S. Route 183
CountyWilbarger County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.01475, -99.24276
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic794 (2020)
Projected traffic1,240 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$424,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 183 over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is US 183 over Turkey 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 183 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 794 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.