FM 117 over Cooks Slough
FairUvalde County, Texas · 1.3 MI S of FM 140 · Structure no. 152320023601003
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 341 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,606
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 117 over Cooks Slough is a concrete slab carrying FM 117 over Cooks Slough in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 67 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 2,606 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,330 by 2033. The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 117 over Cooks Slough built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is FM 117 over Cooks Slough 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 FM 117 over Cooks Slough carry?
About 2,606 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM 117 over Cooks Slough?
The structure is 341 ft (103.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 117 over Cooks Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.