FM 491 over Mercedes Canal

Good Condition19 years old2,704 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHidalgo
Location2.7 Mi N Of US 83
CarriesFM 491
CrossesMercedes Canal
Coordinates26.19459, -97.91080

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Max Span75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area320.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built2007

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,704 (2020)
Truck Traffic35%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number211090086101017

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