FM 462 over Elm Slough
GoodMedina County, Texas · 25.11 MI from Bandera C L · Structure no. 151630084804227
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,506
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 462 over Elm Slough is a concrete culvert carrying FM 462 over Elm Slough in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,506 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,108 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 462 over Elm Slough built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 462 over Elm Slough 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 462 over Elm Slough carry?
About 1,506 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FM 462 over Elm Slough?
The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 462 over Elm Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.