US Bridges

FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD

Good

Grimes County, Texas · 0.6 MI NW of SH 30 · Structure no. 170940064304040

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
268 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,849
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD in Grimes 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 1,849 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,240 by 2033. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 244
CrossesTmpa Haul RD
Location0.6 MI NW of SH 30
RouteState Highway 244
StateTexas
Coordinates30.60043, -96.08607
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length268 ft (81.7 m)
Longest span112 ft (34.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,849 (2023)
Projected traffic2,240 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD 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 FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD carry?

About 1,849 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD?

The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.