US 83 over Refugio Creek
GoodStarr County, Texas · 0.63 MI W of FM 1430 · Structure no. 212140003901431
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,000
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Refugio Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Refugio Creek in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 34,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,840 by 2030. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 Refugio Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Refugio 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Refugio Creek carry?
About 34,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Refugio Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Refugio Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.