US Bridges

FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta)

Good

Johnson County, Texas · West of FM1902 · Structure no. 021270050405507

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
320 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,746
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta) in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 12,746 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2033. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 917
CrossesSH-121 (ntta)
LocationWest of FM1902
RouteState Highway 917
StateTexas
Coordinates32.46092, -97.422
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: 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, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width82 ft (24.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,746 (2024)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta) built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta) 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 2022.

How much traffic does FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta) carry?

About 12,746 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta)?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns FM 917 over SH-121 (ntta)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.