US Bridges

FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 1.69 MI E of FM 2347 · Structure no. 170210239901133

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
702 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2031. The structure is 702 ft (214 m) long and 28 ft wide.

CarriesFM 2818 Offramp
CrossesUPRR & FM 2818 Ta
Location1.69 MI E of FM 2347
RouteState Highway 2818
StateTexas
Coordinates30.5863, -96.32796
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4 (+3 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length702 ft (214 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2011)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta 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 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta?

The structure is 702 ft (214 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2818 Offramp over UPRR & FM 2818 Ta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.