Owens DR over Gum Bayou
GoodGalveston County, Texas · 0.7 MI N of FM 517 · Structure no. 120850F00680001
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 2021
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,530
- 2011 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Owens DR over Gum Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Owens DR over Gum Bayou in Galveston County, Texas. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 41 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 2,530 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,783 by 2031. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Owens DR over Gum Bayou built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.
What condition is Owens DR over Gum Bayou 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Owens DR over Gum Bayou carry?
About 2,530 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is Owens DR over Gum Bayou?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns Owens DR over Gum Bayou?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.