FM 457 over Bucks Bayou
Fair Condition65 years old4,950 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Matagorda |
| Location | 1.65 Mi E Of SH 35 |
| Carries | FM 457 |
| Crosses | Bucks Bayou |
| Coordinates | 28.98033, -95.91337 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 90.9 ft (27.7 m) |
| Max Span | 29.9 ft (9.1 m) |
| Deck Width | 40.7 ft (12.4 m) |
| Deck Area | 343.5 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1961 (reconstructed 1994) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 4,950 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 7% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 131580060501014 |