FM 563 over Turtle Bayou
Fair Condition63 years old6,100 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Chambers |
| Location | 1.1 Mi N Of FM 2041 |
| Carries | FM 563 |
| Crosses | Turtle Bayou |
| Coordinates | 29.82847, -94.66987 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 273.0 ft (83.2 m) |
| Max Span | 29.9 ft (9.1 m) |
| Deck Width | 33.1 ft (10.1 m) |
| Deck Area | 840.3 sq m |
| Main Spans | 9 |
| Year Built | 1963 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 6,100 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 524 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation) |
| Structure Number | 200360102301011 |