US 83 over Arroyo Quiote
GoodStarr County, Texas · 2.00 MI E of FM 649 · Structure no. 212140003807034
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,693
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Arroyo Quiote is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Arroyo Quiote in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 100 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 17,693 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,770 by 2033. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Arroyo Quiote built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Quiote 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 Quiote carry?
About 17,693 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Arroyo Quiote?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Quiote?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.