FM 2842 over Baptist Branch
GoodHamilton County, Texas · 2.0 MI SW of FM 221 · Structure no. 090980178003004
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 53
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2842 over Baptist Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2842 over Baptist Branch in Hamilton County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 53 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 56 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 2842 over Baptist Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2842 over Baptist 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2842 over Baptist Branch carry?
About 53 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM 2842 over Baptist Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2842 over Baptist Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.