FM 2049 over IH 37
GoodLive Oak County, Texas · FM 2049 @ IH 37 · Structure no. 161490007307213
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2049 over IH 37 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2049 over IH 37 in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,960 by 2033. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2049 over IH 37 built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2049 over IH 37 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 2022.
How much traffic does FM 2049 over IH 37 carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is FM 2049 over IH 37?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2049 over IH 37?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.