FM 149 over Small Branch
GoodGrimes County, Texas · 1.5 MI E of FM 2562 · Structure no. 170940072001053
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,254
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 149 over Small Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 149 over Small Branch in Grimes County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,254 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,719 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 149 over Small Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 149 over Small Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FM 149 over Small Branch carry?
About 1,254 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 149 over Small Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns FM 149 over Small Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.