US 83 over Nueces River
FairZavala County, Texas · 1.8 MI S of Uvalde C/L · Structure no. 222540003702052
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,506 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,275
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 over Nueces River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying US 83 over Nueces River in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 3,275 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,790 by 2037. The structure is 1,506 ft (459 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 over Nueces River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 over Nueces River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 83 over Nueces River carry?
About 3,275 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 83 over Nueces River?
The structure is 1,506 ft (459 m) long with a longest span of 201 ft (61.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 over Nueces River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.