US Bridges

US 83 WB over Los Burrita

Good

Starr County, Texas · 2.8 MI E of FM 2360 · Structure no. 212140003901253

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,019
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 WB over Los Burrita is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 WB over Los Burrita in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 11,019 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,950 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 83 WB
CrossesLos Burrita
Location2.8 MI E of FM 2360
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates26.29091, -98.59747
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,019 (2024)
Projected traffic10,950 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 WB over Los Burrita built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 WB over Los Burrita 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 WB over Los Burrita carry?

About 11,019 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 83 WB over Los Burrita?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 83 WB over Los Burrita?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.