FM 185 over N Bosque River
FairMcLennan County, Texas · 1.6 MI NE of SH 6 · Structure no. 091610196902009
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 2,795 ft
- 43 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,271
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 185 over N Bosque River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 185 over N Bosque River in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 10,271 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,140 by 2037. The structure is 2,795 ft (851.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 185 over N Bosque River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 185 over N Bosque River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 185 over N Bosque River carry?
About 10,271 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 185 over N Bosque River?
The structure is 2,795 ft (851.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 185 over N Bosque River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.