US Bridges

FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief

Good

Brazoria County, Texas · 1.40 MI W of SH 288 · Structure no. 120200210502003

Built
1990
35 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
112 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,329
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1990 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 35 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 33,329 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,110 by 2033. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2234
CrossesClear Creek Relief
Location1.40 MI W of SH 288
RouteState Highway 2234
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57711, -95.40953
Functional classUrban 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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length112 ft (34.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width92 ft (28.1 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,329 (2016)
Projected traffic38,110 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief carry?

About 33,329 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief?

The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2234 over Clear Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.