US Bridges

FM 2061 over Hc Master Drain

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 0.25 MI S of FM 3072 · Structure no. 211090193902007

Built
1988
37 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
29,142
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2061 over Hc Master Drain is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 2061 over Hc Master Drain in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1988 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 37 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 29,142 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,940 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 97 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2061
CrossesHc Master Drain
Location0.25 MI S of FM 3072
RouteState Highway 2061
StateTexas
Coordinates26.12198, -98.21716
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width97 ft (29.6 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,142 (2019)
Projected traffic15,940 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2061 over Hc Master Drain built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is FM 2061 over Hc Master Drain 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 2061 over Hc Master Drain carry?

About 29,142 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2061 over Hc Master Drain?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2061 over Hc Master Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.