US 183 over Dry Creek
FairRefugio County, Texas · 0.50 MI NW of SH 202 · Structure no. 161960015505020
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,903
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 183 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 183 over Dry Creek in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 85 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 1,903 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,664 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 183 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is US 183 over Dry 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 183 over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,903 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 183 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns US 183 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.