US Bridges

2nd ST over US 83

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 0.55 MI E of SH 336 · Structure no. 211090003917219

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
420 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,902
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

2nd ST over US 83 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 2nd ST over US 83 in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 23,902 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2031. The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries2nd ST
CrossesUS 83
Location0.55 MI E of SH 336
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates26.18836, -98.224
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length420 ft (128 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,902 (2024)
Projected traffic6,500 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$50,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 2nd ST over US 83 built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2nd ST over US 83 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 2nd ST over US 83 carry?

About 23,902 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is 2nd ST over US 83?

The structure is 420 ft (128 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns 2nd ST over US 83?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.