US Bridges

US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave

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Cameron County, Texas · US 77/83 Interchange · Structure no. 210310003919204

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,477 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25,575
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 25,575 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,050 by 2031. The structure is 1,477 ft (450.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS2/83EB to US77SB
CrossesDixieland RD & Tyler Ave
LocationUS 77/83 Interchange
RouteU.S. Route 83
CountyCameron County
StateTexas
Coordinates26.18823, -97.71986
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+18 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,477 ft (450.2 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,575 (2024)
Projected traffic8,050 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave carry?

About 25,575 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave?

The structure is 1,477 ft (450.2 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US2/83EB to US77SB over Dixieland RD & Tyler Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.