US Bridges

FM 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can

GoodPosted for load

Harris County, Texas · 2.2 MI W of Chambers C/L · Structure no. 121020181201005

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,593
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12,593 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,119 by 2043. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 1942
CrossesLynchburg Reservoir Can
Location2.2 MI W of Chambers C/L
RouteState Highway 1942
StateTexas
Coordinates29.84376, -94.98317
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,593 (2023)
Projected traffic16,119 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can 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 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can carry?

About 12,593 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1942 over Lynchburg Reservoir Can?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.