US 83 WB over Tower RD
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 4.65 MI E of US 281 · Structure no. 211090003918285
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 228 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35,990
- 2011 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 83 WB over Tower RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 83 WB over Tower RD 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 35,990 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,220 by 2031. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 69 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 83 WB over Tower RD built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 83 WB over Tower RD 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 83 WB over Tower RD carry?
About 35,990 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 83 WB over Tower RD?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns US 83 WB over Tower RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.