US 83 over Arroyo Tinajas
GoodZapata County, Texas · 9.6 MI S of FM 2687 · Structure no. 212530003805063
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,446
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Arroyo Tinajas is a concrete culvert carrying US 83 over Arroyo Tinajas 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 3,446 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,160 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Arroyo Tinajas 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 Tinajas 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 Tinajas carry?
About 3,446 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Arroyo Tinajas?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Arroyo Tinajas?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.