US Bridges

US 83 over Arroyo Roma

Good

Starr County, Texas · 1.80 MI SE of FM 650 · Structure no. 212140003807002

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,738
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Arroyo Roma is a prestressed concrete other carrying US 83 over Arroyo Roma in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 21,738 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,060 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesArroyo Roma
Location1.80 MI SE of FM 650
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates26.40258, -99.00974
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,738 (2024)
Projected traffic30,060 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83 over Arroyo Roma built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Roma 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does US 83 over Arroyo Roma carry?

About 21,738 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Arroyo Roma?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Roma?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.