FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 3.20 MI E of SH 95 · Structure no. 131430100701021
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 561
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1954, 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 561 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 610 by 2038. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River carry?
About 561 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 532 over North Fork Lavaca River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.