SH 53 over Little Elm Creek
Fair Condition65 years old5,410 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Bell |
| Location | 0.86 Mi E Of Lp 363 |
| Carries | SH 53 |
| Crosses | Little Elm Creek |
| Coordinates | 31.08470, -97.29683 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 219.2 ft (66.8 m) |
| Max Span | 44.0 ft (13.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 45.6 ft (13.9 m) |
| Deck Area | 928.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 5 |
| Year Built | 1961 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 5,410 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 223 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 090140023201020 |