US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos
GoodStarr County, Texas · 2.20 MI E of FM 755 · Structure no. 212140003901001
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 234 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 33,240
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos is a concrete tee beam carrying US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 99 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 33,240 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,540 by 2033. The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos 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 Los Olmos carry?
About 33,240 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos?
The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Los Olmos?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.