US 83 over Arroyo Molletes
GoodZapata County, Texas · 9.7 MI S of FM 3169 · Structure no. 212530003804064
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,234
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Arroyo Molletes is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Arroyo Molletes in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 5,234 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,890 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 64 mi (103 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Arroyo Molletes built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Molletes 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 over Arroyo Molletes carry?
About 5,234 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Arroyo Molletes?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Molletes?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.