US Bridges

FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief

Good

Jackson County, Texas · 3.0 MI E of FM 234 · Structure no. 131210049702026

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,063 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
2,666
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,666 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,260 by 2035. The structure is 1,063 ft (324 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesFM 616
CrossesLavaca River East Relief
Location3.0 MI E of FM 234
RouteState Highway 616
StateTexas
Coordinates28.83542, -96.57012
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,063 ft (324 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,666 (2020)
Projected traffic2,260 by 2035
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief carry?

About 2,666 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief?

The structure is 1,063 ft (324 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 616 over Lavaca River East Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.