Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River
PoorPosted for loadHudspeth County, Texas · .898 M S JCT SH20/FM1088 · Structure no. 241160AA8883001
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 510 ft
- 17 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 775
- 2020 count
- Owner
- Unknown
About this bridge
Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River in Hudspeth County, Texas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 775 vehicles a day, projected to reach 850 by 2030. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River carry?
About 775 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River?
The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Ft.Hancock Intl.Br over Rio Grande River?
It is owned by the owner is not reported.