US Bridges

US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary

Fair

Jones County, Texas · 3.00 MI NW of FM 3034 · Structure no. 081280003305016

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,780
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 11,780 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,420 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 83 Ml & Efr
CrossesMulberry Creek Tributary
Location3.00 MI NW of FM 3034
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates32.55732, -99.7838
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,780 (2020)
Projected traffic13,420 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary carry?

About 11,780 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 83 Ml & Efr over Mulberry Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.