US 83 over Javalin Creek
FairDimmit County, Texas · 4.8 MI S of Zavala C/L · Structure no. 220640003705058
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,432
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Javalin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Javalin Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 96 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 5,432 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,380 by 2037. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 Javalin Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is US 83 over Javalin 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does US 83 over Javalin Creek carry?
About 5,432 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Javalin Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 83 over Javalin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.