US Bridges

RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing

Good

Uvalde County, Texas · 3.98 MI NW of US 83 · Structure no. 152320117002003

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
239
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing is a concrete culvert carrying RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 239 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesRM 1051
CrossesDry Frio River 2nd Xing
Location3.98 MI NW of US 83
RouteState Highway 1051
StateTexas
Coordinates29.50818, -99.80904
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic239 (2020)
Projected traffic160 by 2033
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing 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 RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing carry?

About 239 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns RM 1051 over Dry Frio River 2nd Xing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.