US Bridges

Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River

Good

Hidalgo County, Texas · 0.16 Mile S of FM 1016 · Structure no. 211090M00027001

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
17,782 ft
176 main spans
Daily traffic
6,500
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River in Hidalgo County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 6,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,400 by 2029. The structure is 17,782 ft (5,420 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesAnzalduas Inter
CrossesRio Grande River
Location0.16 Mile S of FM 1016
StateTexas
Coordinates26.13567, -98.31399
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans176
Design loadHS 20
Structure length17,782 ft (5,420 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,500 (2011)
Projected traffic12,400 by 2029
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River carry?

About 6,500 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River?

The structure is 17,782 ft (5,420 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Anzalduas Inter over Rio Grande River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.