US 83 EB over FM 492
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 4.9 MI W of SH 107 · Structure no. 211090003917313
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 246 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23,951
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 EB over FM 492 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 EB over FM 492 in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 23,951 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,630 by 2031. The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 EB over FM 492 built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 EB over FM 492 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 FM 492 carry?
About 23,951 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 83 EB over FM 492?
The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 EB over FM 492?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.