US 83 EB over Mercedes Main Canal

Good Condition18 years old25,790 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHidalgo
Location0.20 Mi E Of FM 491
CarriesUS 83 EB
CrossesMercedes Main Canal
Coordinates26.15712, -97.91043

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 Width59.1 ft (18 m)
Deck Area613.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2008

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic25,790 (2011)
Truck Traffic11%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number211090003918420

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