US 83 over Arroyo Veleno
GoodZapata County, Texas · 1.6 Mi. S of SH 16 · Structure no. 212530003804095
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,870 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,575
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Arroyo Veleno is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 over Arroyo Veleno in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 21,575 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,075 by 2034. The structure is 1,870 ft (570 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Arroyo Veleno built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Veleno 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 Veleno carry?
About 21,575 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Arroyo Veleno?
The structure is 1,870 ft (570 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.6 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Veleno?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.