US 83 WB over Mercedes Main Canal

Good Condition18 years old25,790 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHidalgo
Location0.20 Mi E Of FM 491
CarriesUS 83 WB
CrossesMercedes Main Canal
Coordinates26.15730, -97.91044

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length111.9 ft (34.1 m)
Max Span111.9 ft (34.1 m)
Deck Width70.9 ft (21.6 m)
Deck Area736.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2008

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic25,790 (2011)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number211090003918419

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