US Bridges

US 183 over North San Gabriel River

Fair

Williamson County, Texas · 3.40 MI N of SH 29 · Structure no. 142460027304009

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
376 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,620
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 183 over North San Gabriel River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 183 over North San Gabriel River in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 86 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 11,620 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,270 by 2033. The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesUS 183
CrossesNorth San Gabriel River
Location3.40 MI N of SH 29
RouteU.S. Route 183
StateTexas
Coordinates30.70329, -97.87758
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+5 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length376 ft (114.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,620 (2013)
Projected traffic16,270 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$45,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 183 over North San Gabriel River built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is US 183 over North San Gabriel 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 183 over North San Gabriel River carry?

About 11,620 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 183 over North San Gabriel River?

The structure is 376 ft (114.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns US 183 over North San Gabriel River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.