US Bridges

FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch

Good

Cameron County, Texas · 1.43 Miles NE of US 83 · Structure no. 210310113802009

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,982
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 11,982 vehicles a day, projected to reach 8,800 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 117 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 803
CrossesShare 14 Ditch
Location1.43 Miles NE of US 83
RouteState Highway 803
CountyCameron County
StateTexas
Coordinates26.05894, -97.53275
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width117 ft (35.7 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,982 (2020)
Projected traffic8,800 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch carry?

About 11,982 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.

Who owns FM 803 over Share 14 Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.