US Bridges

SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned)

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Grimes County, Texas · 2.3 MI E of FM 244 · Structure no. 170940021204021

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
195 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,351
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) in Grimes 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 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 6,351 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,870 by 2039. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 30
CrossesTmpa Haul RD (abandoned)
Location2.3 MI E of FM 244
RouteState Highway 30
CountyGrimes County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.59548, -96.03992
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,351 (2020)
Projected traffic5,870 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) built?

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

What condition is SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) carry?

About 6,351 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned)?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns SH 30 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.