US Bridges

FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib

Good

Jones County, Texas · 2.96 MI S of FM 2746 · Structure no. 081280272102001

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
123
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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.

It carries about 123 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 3116
CrossesClear Fk Brazos Ri Trib
Location2.96 MI S of FM 2746
RouteState Highway 3116
StateTexas
Coordinates32.68095, -99.96978
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic123 (2020)
Projected traffic180 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib carry?

About 123 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3116 over Clear Fk Brazos Ri Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.