FM 517 over Magnolia Bayou

Fair Condition28 years old18,968 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location0.7 Mi NE Of IH 45
CarriesFM 517
CrossesMagnolia Bayou
Coordinates29.45506, -95.06781

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length154.9 ft (47.2 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width78.1 ft (23.8 m)
Deck Area1123.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic18,968 (2020)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number120850097801013

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