US Bridges

FM 2837 over S Bosque River

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.9 MI S of US 84 · Structure no. 091610352101003

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
814 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
4,534
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2837 over S Bosque River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2837 over S Bosque River in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 4,534 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,350 by 2037. The structure is 814 ft (248.1 m) long and 41 ft wide.

CarriesFM 2837
CrossesS Bosque River
Location0.9 MI S of US 84
RouteState Highway 2837
StateTexas
Coordinates31.47462, -97.27609
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length814 ft (248.1 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,534 (2017)
Projected traffic6,350 by 2037
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2837 over S Bosque River built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2837 over S Bosque 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 2837 over S Bosque River carry?

About 4,534 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 2837 over S Bosque River?

The structure is 814 ft (248.1 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2837 over S Bosque River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.