Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado
GoodCameron County, Texas · 0.50 MI S of FM 106 · Structure no. 210310113702001
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,040 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,847
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 25,847 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,200 by 2033. The structure is 1,040 ft (317 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado carry?
About 25,847 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado?
The structure is 1,040 ft (317 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns Lp 499 over Arroyo Colorado?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.