FM 521 over Colorado River Relief

Good Condition13 years old1,865 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMatagorda
Location3.05 Mi W Of SH 60
CarriesFM 521
CrossesColorado River Relief
Coordinates28.79576, -95.98004

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length490.2 ft (149.4 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Area2554.7 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built2013

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,865 (2023)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number131580084603017

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