US Bridges

FM 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of SH 107 · Structure no. 211090180402011

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,199
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,199 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,080 by 2030. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 1926
CrossesEdinburg Main Canal
Location1.20 MI S of SH 107
RouteState Highway 1926
StateTexas
Coordinates26.2928, -98.22909
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,199 (2014)
Projected traffic10,080 by 2030
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1926 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 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal carry?

About 14,199 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1926 over Edinburg Main Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.