SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway
FairBrazos County, Texas · 4.1 MI SE of FM 2818 · Structure no. 170210005002125
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 275 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 37,905
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1990, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 37,905 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,160 by 2033. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway carry?
About 37,905 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway?
The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns SH 6 over William D Fitch Parkway?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.