US Bridges

US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes

Good

Zapata County, Texas · 8.9 MI S of FM 2687 · Structure no. 212530003805062

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
67 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,131
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2011, 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 3,131 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,530 by 2033. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

CarriesUS 83
CrossesArroyo Los Guajes
Location8.9 MI S of FM 2687
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates26.6526, -99.10272
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,131 (2024)
Projected traffic5,530 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes 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 Los Guajes carry?

About 3,131 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Los Guajes?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.