US 83 over Skinout Creek
GoodJones County, Texas · 3.25 MI NW of FM 1661 · Structure no. 081280003304008
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,541
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Skinout Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Skinout Creek in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 1,541 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,870 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Skinout Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Skinout 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 over Skinout Creek carry?
About 1,541 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Skinout Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Skinout Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.