US Bridges

FM 60 over Brazos River

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 3.4 MI SW of SH 47 · Structure no. 170210050601021

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
659 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,810
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 60 over Brazos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 60 over Brazos River in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 11,810 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,350 by 2041. The structure is 659 ft (200.9 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 60
CrossesBrazos River
Location3.4 MI SW of SH 47
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates30.5591, -96.42345
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length659 ft (200.9 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,810 (2023)
Projected traffic13,350 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 60 over Brazos River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 60 over Brazos River 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 FM 60 over Brazos River carry?

About 11,810 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 60 over Brazos River?

The structure is 659 ft (200.9 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns FM 60 over Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.