FM 517 over Benson Bayou
Good Condition28 years old18,968 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Galveston |
| Location | 1.20 Mi NE Of IH 45 |
| Carries | FM 517 |
| Crosses | Benson Bayou |
| Coordinates | 29.45957, -95.06015 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 4 — Foundations need monitoring |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Box Beam - Multiple |
| Total Length | 134.8 ft (41.1 m) |
| Max Span | 49.9 ft (15.2 m) |
| Deck Width | 78.1 ft (23.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 978.2 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1998 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 18,968 (2020) |
| Truck Traffic | 4% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 5 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 824 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 120850097801014 |