US Bridges

US 83 over Shutin Creek

Good

Uvalde County, Texas · 3.0 MI N of SH 127 · Structure no. 152320003607022

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,825
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Shutin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Shutin Creek in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 90 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 1,825 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,210 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesShutin Creek
Location3.0 MI N of SH 127
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates29.52863, -99.73868
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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 length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,825 (2020)
Projected traffic2,210 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Shutin Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is US 83 over Shutin 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 Shutin Creek carry?

About 1,825 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Shutin Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Shutin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.