US Bridges

FM 60 over SH 47 SB

Fair

Brazos County, Texas · 1.23 MI W of FM 2818 · Structure no. 170210313802019

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
250 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,071
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 60 over SH 47 SB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 60 over SH 47 SB in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 14,071 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,699 by 2041. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 60
CrossesSH 47 SB
Location1.23 MI W of FM 2818
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates30.59076, -96.37986
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry9: 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 spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,071 (2021)
Projected traffic19,699 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 60 over SH 47 SB built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 60 over SH 47 SB 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 FM 60 over SH 47 SB carry?

About 14,071 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 60 over SH 47 SB?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns FM 60 over SH 47 SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.