US 83 Bus over North Floodway
FairHidalgo County, Texas · 1.95 MI E of FM 1015 · Structure no. 211090003904026
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 1,560 ft
- 52 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,629
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 Bus over North Floodway is a concrete tee beam carrying US 83 Bus over North Floodway in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 88 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 8,629 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,410 by 2033. The structure is 1,560 ft (475.5 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 Bus over North Floodway built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US 83 Bus over North Floodway in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 Bus over North Floodway carry?
About 8,629 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 83 Bus over North Floodway?
The structure is 1,560 ft (475.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 Bus over North Floodway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.