SH 249 over Wetland 17
GoodGrimes County, Texas · 4.36 MI S of SH 105 · Structure no. 170940363502049
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 680 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,700
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 249 over Wetland 17 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 249 over Wetland 17 in Grimes County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 9,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,200 by 2040. The structure is 680 ft (207.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 249 over Wetland 17 built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 249 over Wetland 17 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 249 over Wetland 17 carry?
About 9,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SH 249 over Wetland 17?
The structure is 680 ft (207.3 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns SH 249 over Wetland 17?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.