FM 491 over Willacy Main Canal

Fair Condition70 years old805 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHidalgo
Location0.80 Mi W Of FM 2629
CarriesFM 491
CrossesWillacy Main Canal
Coordinates26.34217, -97.90774

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Max Span24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Deck Width25.3 ft (7.7 m)
Deck Area351.9 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic805 (2020)
Truck Traffic35%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number211090086101006

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