FM 950 over Colorado River
GoodColorado County, Texas · 0.4 MI E of SH 71 · Structure no. 130450089702005
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 510 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,711
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 950 over Colorado River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 950 over Colorado River in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 2,711 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,958 by 2041. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 950 over Colorado River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 950 over Colorado 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 950 over Colorado River carry?
About 2,711 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 950 over Colorado River?
The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 950 over Colorado River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.