US Bridges

FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough

Good

Zavala County, Texas · 1.00 MI SE of Uvalde C/L · Structure no. 222540023602010

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,772
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,772 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2033. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 117
CrossesCamp Lake Slough
Location1.00 MI SE of Uvalde C/L
RouteState Highway 117
StateTexas
Coordinates29.0778, -99.71779
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,772 (2023)
Projected traffic2,120 by 2033
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough carry?

About 1,772 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 117 over Camp Lake Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.