US Bridges

FM 2818 over UP RR

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of US 190 · Structure no. 170210285101002

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,516
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2818 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2818 over UP RR in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 9,516 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,520 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2818
CrossesUP RR
Location0.5 MI S of US 190
RouteState Highway 2818
CountyBrazos County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.72024, -96.42758
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,516 (2020)
Projected traffic9,520 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2818 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2818 over UP RR 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 UP RR carry?

About 9,516 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2818 over UP RR?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2818 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.