US 83 over Arroyo Grullo
FairZapata County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of FM 3169 · Structure no. 212530003803016
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,578
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Arroyo Grullo is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Arroyo Grullo in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 91 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 4,578 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,630 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 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 Arroyo Grullo built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Grullo 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 over Arroyo Grullo carry?
About 4,578 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Arroyo Grullo?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Grullo?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.