FM 983 over Long Branch Creek

Fair Condition69 years old6,740 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyEllis
Location0.9 Mi S Of FM 664
CarriesFM 983
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Coordinates32.52572, -96.67891

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width24.6 ft (7.5 m)
Deck Area137.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1957

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,740 (2013)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number180710104801024

Nearby Bridges

IH 45 Ml & Fr over Drainage Ditch 1.1 mi Fair IH 45 Bus Lp over IH 45 Ml 1.2 mi Fair IH 45 SB Ml over FM 660 1.2 mi Fair IH 45 NB Ml over FM 660 1.2 mi Fair FM 983 over Bear Creek 1.3 mi Fair IH 45 SB Ml over Fifth ST 1.3 mi Fair FM 664 over Draw 1.3 mi Fair IH 45 NB Ml over Fifth ST 1.3 mi Fair FM 983 over Bear Creek Relief 1.3 mi Fair FM 664 over Long Branch Creek 1.4 mi Good