US Bridges

FM 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 0.40 MI W of FM 2220 · Structure no. 211090180201003

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,730
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying FM 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal 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 23,730 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27,350 by 2030. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 93 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1924
CrossesEdinburg Main Canal
Location0.40 MI W of FM 2220
RouteState Highway 1924
StateTexas
Coordinates26.25041, -98.26074
Functional classUrban 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.
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
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.3 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,730 (2024)
Projected traffic27,350 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal 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 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal carry?

About 23,730 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is FM 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1924 over Edinburg Main Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.