US Bridges

FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 2.90 MI S of US 83 · Structure no. 211090122804016

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
246 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,873
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 12,873 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,110 by 2033. The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 1015
CrossesLlano Grande Lake
Location2.90 MI S of US 83
RouteState Highway 1015
StateTexas
Coordinates26.11983, -97.96096
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length246 ft (75 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,873 (2024)
Projected traffic17,110 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake 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 1015 over Llano Grande Lake carry?

About 12,873 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake?

The structure is 246 ft (75 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1015 over Llano Grande Lake?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.