US 83 over Cooks Slough Relief
FairUvalde County, Texas · 0.3 MI SW of FM 1435 · Structure no. 152320003701075
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,751
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Cooks Slough Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Cooks Slough Relief in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 7,751 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,550 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 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 Relief built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Cooks Slough 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 Cooks Slough Relief carry?
About 7,751 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Cooks Slough Relief?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Cooks Slough Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.