FM 521 over Irrigation Canal

Fair Condition77 years old23,498 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyFort Bend
Location0.70 Mi S Of SH 6
CarriesFM 521
CrossesIrrigation Canal
Coordinates29.49779, -95.46506

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical6 — Scour calculated, stable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area312.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1949

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic23,498 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number120800011103027

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