SH 163 over Colorado River

Fair Condition85 years old1,088 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMitchell
Location0.3 Mi S Of Bus 20
CarriesSH 163
CrossesColorado River
Coordinates32.38510, -100.86537

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length490.2 ft (149.4 m)
Max Span75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Deck Width33.5 ft (10.2 m)
Deck Area1523.9 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1941

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,088 (2020)
Truck Traffic34%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number081680033301001

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