SH 21 WB over Brazos River
FairBrazos County, Texas · 1.03 MI W of FM 50 · Structure no. 170210011604048
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 790 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,442
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 21 WB over Brazos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 21 WB over Brazos River in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 6 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 8,442 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,830 by 2033. The structure is 790 ft (240.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 21 WB over Brazos River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 21 WB over Brazos River 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 21 WB over Brazos River carry?
About 8,442 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SH 21 WB over Brazos River?
The structure is 790 ft (240.8 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SH 21 WB over Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.