SH 6 over FM 159
GoodBrazos County, Texas · 9.3 MI SE of FM 2818 · Structure no. 170210005002136
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 270 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 32,022
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 6 over FM 159 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 6 over FM 159 in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 32,022 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,480 by 2033. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 94 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 6 over FM 159 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 6 over FM 159 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 6 over FM 159 carry?
About 32,022 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SH 6 over FM 159?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns SH 6 over FM 159?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.