US 281 SB over Rio Grande River

Fair Condition61 years old17,283 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyHidalgo
LocationHidalgo Inte (old Bridge)
CarriesUS 281 SB
CrossesRio Grande River
Coordinates26.09535, -98.27187

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignOther
Total Length524.0 ft (159.7 m)
Max Span150.9 ft (46 m)
Deck Width56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Area2730.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic17,283 (2018)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number211090G00090001

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