US Bridges

FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 3.0 MI NW Int FM 933 · Structure no. 091610231101001

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,098
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 18,098 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,000 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 3051
CrossesTrib of Brazos River
Location3.0 MI NW Int FM 933
RouteState Highway 3051
StateTexas
Coordinates31.59987, -97.15782
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,098 (2020)
Projected traffic13,000 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3051 over Trib of 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River carry?

About 18,098 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns FM 3051 over Trib of Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.