US Bridges

US 83 over Leona River Relief

Fair

Uvalde County, Texas · 3.5 MI N of SH 55 · Structure no. 152320003608017

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,811
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Leona River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Leona River Relief in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 93 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,811 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,190 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 83
CrossesLeona River Relief
Location3.5 MI N of SH 55
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyUvalde County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.25598, -99.77938
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,811 (2020)
Projected traffic3,190 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US 83 over Leona River Relief built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is US 83 over Leona River Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 83 over Leona River Relief carry?

About 2,811 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Leona River Relief?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Leona River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.