US Bridges

FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros

Good

Starr County, Texas · 1.2 MI SW of US 83 · Structure no. 212140194201002

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
373
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 373 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2098
CrossesArroyo Morteros
Location1.2 MI SW of US 83
RouteState Highway 2098
StateTexas
Coordinates26.5778, -99.10582
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic373 (2024)
Projected traffic510 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros 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 FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros carry?

About 373 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 2098 over Arroyo Morteros?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.