US Bridges

FM 2818 over Bee Creek

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 0.9 MI SW of Bs 6 · Structure no. 170210239901002

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30,963
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2818 over Bee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2818 over Bee Creek in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 56 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 30,963 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,348 by 2041. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2818
CrossesBee Creek
Location0.9 MI SW of Bs 6
RouteState Highway 2818
CountyBrazos County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.59205, -96.31207
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,963 (2021)
Projected traffic43,348 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$89,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2818 over Bee Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is FM 2818 over Bee Creek 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 2818 over Bee Creek carry?

About 30,963 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 2818 over Bee Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2818 over Bee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.