FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of Bus 83 · Structure no. 211090086105016
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,198
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas is a concrete culvert carrying FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas 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 6,198 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,340 by 2025. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas carry?
About 6,198 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 491 over Arroyo Anacuitas?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.