US Bridges

FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief

Fair

Grimes County, Texas · 3.05 MI SE of SH 90 · Structure no. 170940156204005

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
313
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief in Grimes County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 313 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 647 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesFM 2620
CrossesSouth Bedias Crk Relief
Location3.05 MI SE of SH 90
RouteState Highway 2620
CountyGrimes County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.75236, -95.90929
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic313 (2020)
Projected traffic647 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief carry?

About 313 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 2620 over South Bedias Crk Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.