US 83 over Long Branch Creek
FairChildress County, Texas · 4.350MI S Collingsworth C · Structure no. 250380003105006
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,090
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Long Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Long Branch Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 92 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 9,090 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,720 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Long Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is US 83 over Long Branch Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 over Long Branch Creek carry?
About 9,090 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Long Branch Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 83 over Long Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.