US Bridges

FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned)

Good

Grimes County, Texas · 1.6 MI SE of SH 30 · Structure no. 170940064305047

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
205 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,071
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 244 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 1,071 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,670 by 2033. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 244
CrossesTmpa Haul RD (abandoned)
Location1.6 MI SE of SH 30
RouteState Highway 244
StateTexas
Coordinates30.57799, -96.06125
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.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length205 ft (62.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,071 (2020)
Projected traffic1,670 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) built?

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

What condition is FM 244 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 FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned) carry?

About 1,071 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned)?

The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 244 over Tmpa Haul RD (abandoned)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.