US Bridges

CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River

Good

Uvalde County, Texas · 1.9 MI NE of SH 127 · Structure no. 152320AA0141002

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
965
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River is a concrete culvert carrying CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River in Uvalde County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 965 vehicles a day, projected to reach 700 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 348 (river Rd)
CrossesFrio River
Location1.9 MI NE of SH 127
RouteCounty Highway 348
CountyUvalde County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.5151, -99.6975
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic965 (2020)
Projected traffic700 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$84,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River carry?

About 965 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns CR 348 (river Rd) over Frio River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.