US 83 over Flat Creek
GoodZavala County, Texas · 0.30 MI SW of FM 393 · Structure no. 222540003703051
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1958
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,306
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Flat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Flat Creek in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 78 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 4,306 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,920 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 Flat Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.
What condition is US 83 over Flat 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does US 83 over Flat Creek carry?
About 4,306 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Flat Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Flat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.