US 83 over Cooks Slough
GoodUvalde County, Texas · 1.7 MI S of US 90 · Structure no. 152320003701042
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,246
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Cooks Slough is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 over Cooks Slough in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 86 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 4,246 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,550 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Cooks Slough built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is US 83 over Cooks Slough 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Cooks Slough carry?
About 4,246 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Cooks Slough?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Cooks Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.