US Bridges

FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 1.3 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 091610286801002

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,211
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 2,211 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,230 by 2037. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2837
CrossesTributary of N Cow Bayou
Location1.3 MI E of IH 35
RouteState Highway 2837
StateTexas
Coordinates31.38001, -97.19566
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,211 (2023)
Projected traffic2,230 by 2037
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou carry?

About 2,211 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2837 over Tributary of N Cow Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.