US Bridges

FM 2004 over New Bayou

Good

Brazoria County, Texas · 0.55 MI SW of FM 2917 · Structure no. 120200252302008

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
302 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,478
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2004 over New Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2004 over New Bayou in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 60 years old, older 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 2,478 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,140 by 2033. The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 2004
CrossesNew Bayou
Location0.55 MI SW of FM 2917
RouteState Highway 2004
StateTexas
Coordinates29.24412, -95.17389
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.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length302 ft (92.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,478 (2024)
Projected traffic8,140 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$209,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2004 over New Bayou built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is FM 2004 over New Bayou 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 2004 over New Bayou carry?

About 2,478 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2004 over New Bayou?

The structure is 302 ft (92.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2004 over New Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.