FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch
GoodCameron County, Texas · 1.70 MI NE of US 281 · Structure no. 210310235601001
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,971
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch in Cameron County, Texas. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 80 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 1,971 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,170 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is FM 2520 over Drainage 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,971 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 2520 over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.