FM 396 over Mission Inlet
GoodHidalgo County, Texas · 0.8 MI S of US 83 · Structure no. 211090309702165
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,744
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 396 over Mission Inlet is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying FM 396 over Mission Inlet in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2002 and reconstructed in 2012, 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 3,744 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2032. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 396 over Mission Inlet built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is FM 396 over Mission Inlet 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 396 over Mission Inlet carry?
About 3,744 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 396 over Mission Inlet?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns FM 396 over Mission Inlet?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.