US Bridges

US 83 over Bellyache Creek

Good

Dimmit County, Texas · 0.2 MI SW of SH 85 · Structure no. 220640003706053

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,572
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Bellyache Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Bellyache Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 76 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 8,572 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,590 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesBellyache Creek
Location0.2 MI SW of SH 85
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates28.52004, -99.85774
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,572 (2020)
Projected traffic23,590 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83 over Bellyache Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is US 83 over Bellyache Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2022.

How much traffic does US 83 over Bellyache Creek carry?

About 8,572 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Bellyache Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns US 83 over Bellyache Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.