US Bridges

FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 0.35 MI W of FM 1425 · Structure no. 211090262101002

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
135 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
681
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 681 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 770 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2629
CrossesHcwid NO.1 Main Channel
Location0.35 MI W of FM 1425
RouteState Highway 2629
CountyHidalgo County
StateTexas
Coordinates26.34232, -97.8663
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic681 (2020)
Projected traffic770 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel carry?

About 681 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2629 over Hcwid NO.1 Main Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.