FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek
GoodBrazoria County, Texas · 1.10 MI N of SH 332 · Structure no. 120200100301015
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 83,339
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 83,339 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,020 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek carry?
About 83,339 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns FM 523 over Old Oyster Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.