FM 521 over San Bernard River

Fair Condition66 years old9,726 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyBrazoria
Location2.50 Mi S Of SH 36
CarriesFM 521
CrossesSan Bernard River
Coordinates29.01105, -95.58823

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length880.9 ft (268.5 m)
Max Span140.1 ft (42.7 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area3,759 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1960 (reconstructed 2005)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,726 (2016)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number120200100401006

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