FM 518 over Cowart Creek

Fair Condition37 years old18,744 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location0.6 Mi N Of FM 528
CarriesFM 518
CrossesCowart Creek
Coordinates29.51803, -95.19033

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length250.0 ft (76.2 m)
Max Span49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Width70.9 ft (21.6 m)
Deck Area1645.9 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1989

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic18,744 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number120850097603031

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