US Bridges

Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr

Good

Brazoria County, Texas · 0.4 MI S. of SH 35 · Structure no. 120200011107073

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
771 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
12,812
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,812 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,000 by 2035. The structure is 771 ft (235 m) long and 52 ft wide.

CarriesLoop 274
CrossesS. Front/Munson/Uprr
Location0.4 MI S. of SH 35
RouteState Highway 288
StateTexas
Coordinates29.15843, -95.4324
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length771 ft (235 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width49 ft (15 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,812 (2024)
Projected traffic5,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$95,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2022.

How much traffic does Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr carry?

About 12,812 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr?

The structure is 771 ft (235 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Loop 274 over S. Front/Munson/Uprr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.