FM 196 over Bee Bayou
GoodLamar County, Texas · 1.9 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 011390068008010
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 844
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 196 over Bee Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 196 over Bee Bayou in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 71 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 844 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,120 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 196 over Bee Bayou built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is FM 196 over Bee Bayou 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 196 over Bee Bayou carry?
About 844 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 196 over Bee Bayou?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 196 over Bee Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.