US Bridges

US 83 over Pearce Creek

Good

Dimmit County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of FM 133 · Structure no. 220640003708027

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,473
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Pearce Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Pearce Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 93 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 3,473 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,520 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesPearce Creek
Location0.50 MI S of FM 133
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates28.33002, -99.61412
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 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,473 (2020)
Projected traffic12,520 by 2033
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 Pearce Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is US 83 over Pearce 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 Pearce Creek carry?

About 3,473 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Pearce Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Pearce Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.