US Bridges

FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 2.60 MI N of FM 1422 · Structure no. 211090069802005

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
922
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 922 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,610 by 2033. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 88
CrossesDelta Lake Drain
Location2.60 MI N of FM 1422
RouteState Highway 88
StateTexas
Coordinates26.41932, -97.95643
Functional classRural 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.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic922 (2020)
Projected traffic1,610 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain 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 FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain carry?

About 922 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FM 88 over Delta Lake Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.