US Bridges

US 83 over Thompson Creek Tributary

Good

Jones County, Texas · 3.40 MI NW of US83/277INT · Structure no. 081280003304010

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,645
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Thompson Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Thompson Creek Tributary in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 94 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 1,645 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,770 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesThompson Creek Tributary
Location3.40 MI NW of US83/277INT
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates32.79796, -99.95031
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,645 (2020)
Projected traffic2,770 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 Thompson Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 83 over Thompson Creek Tributary 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 Thompson Creek Tributary carry?

About 1,645 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Thompson Creek Tributary?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Thompson Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.