FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou
GoodHarris County, Texas · 1.50 MI S of Old US 90 · Structure no. 121020263301202
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 730 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,174
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou in Harris County, Texas. It was built in 1989 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 36 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 14,174 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,844 by 2042. The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou carry?
About 14,174 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou?
The structure is 730 ft (222.5 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 526 NB over Greens Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.