US Bridges

Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 1.0 West on Levee Road · Structure no. 211090AA1407001

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
—
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21 is a concrete culvert carrying Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21 in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesIbwc Levee
CrossesDitch 21
Location1.0 West on Levee Road
StateTexas
Coordinates26.13871, -97.87591
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21 built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21 carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Ibwc Levee over Ditch 21?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.