FM 270 over Hl & P Discharge Canal

Fair Condition45 years old30,155 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyGalveston
Location0.85 Mi NW Of FM 518
CarriesFM 270
CrossesHl & P Discharge Canal
Coordinates29.52833, -95.08942

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width91.5 ft (27.9 m)
Deck Area1275.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1981 (reconstructed 2001)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic30,155 (2020)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge7

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number120850331202002

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