FM 266 over Brazos River
GoodKnox County, Texas · 4.65 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 251380075801005
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 840 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 143
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 266 over Brazos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 266 over Brazos River in Knox County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 143 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2035. The structure is 840 ft (256 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 266 over Brazos River built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 266 over Brazos River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 266 over Brazos River carry?
About 143 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is FM 266 over Brazos River?
The structure is 840 ft (256 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FM 266 over Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.