US 83 over Major Creek
FairHemphill County, Texas · 0.9 MI S of FM 3004 · Structure no. 041070003006007
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,945
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Major Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Major Creek in Hemphill County, Texas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1960, 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 1,945 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,300 by 2033. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Major Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is US 83 over Major 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Major Creek carry?
About 1,945 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Major Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Major Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.