US Bridges

US 83 over Appurceon Creek Rel

Good

Dimmit County, Texas · 2.20 MI NW of FM 2688 · Structure no. 220640003706071

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,886
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Appurceon Creek Rel is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Appurceon Creek Rel in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 4,886 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,240 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 54.1 mi (87 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 83
CrossesAppurceon Creek Rel
Location2.20 MI NW of FM 2688
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyDimmit County
StateTexas
Coordinates28.39026, -99.66772
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,886 (2020)
Projected traffic15,240 by 2033
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed54.1 mi (87 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 Appurceon Creek Rel built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 over Appurceon Creek Rel 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 Appurceon Creek Rel carry?

About 4,886 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Appurceon Creek Rel?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Appurceon Creek Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.