FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek
GoodHouston County, Texas · 2.35 MI SW of SH 19 · Structure no. 111140093801002
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2030. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM 231 over Tantabogue Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.