FM 517 over Gum Bayou

Good Condition21 years old9,380 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location0.40 Mi W Of FM 3436
CarriesFM 517
CrossesGum Bayou
Coordinates29.46944, -95.01352

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length182.1 ft (55.5 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width76.1 ft (23.2 m)
Deck Area1287.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built2005

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,380 (2024)
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 Number120850097802015

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