US Bridges

US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 0.60 MI SE of FM 886 · Structure no. 211090003902221

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,778
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 8,778 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,280 by 2033. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 83 EB
CrossesOjo De Agua Crk
Location0.60 MI SE of FM 886
RouteU.S. Route 83
StateTexas
Coordinates26.268, -98.54537
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,778 (2024)
Projected traffic14,280 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk 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 US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk carry?

About 8,778 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 83 EB over Ojo De Agua Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.