FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 0.70 MI South of US 83 · Structure no. 211090086401003
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,184
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 27,184 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,640 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 494 over Mission Floodway Channel built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel 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 FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel carry?
About 27,184 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns FM 494 over Mission Floodway Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.