US Bridges

US 83 over Branch N California Crk

Good

Jones County, Texas · At US 83/FM 126 Int · Structure no. 081280003304005

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1955
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,869
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Branch N California Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Branch N California Crk in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 95 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 1,869 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,340 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 83
CrossesBranch N California Crk
LocationAt US 83/FM 126 Int
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyJones County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.86791, -100.10836
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,869 (2020)
Projected traffic3,340 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Branch N California Crk built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.

What condition is US 83 over Branch N California Crk 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 over Branch N California Crk carry?

About 1,869 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Branch N California Crk?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Branch N California Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.