US Bridges

FM 2676 over Medina River

Good

Medina County, Texas · 0.8 MI W of FM 471 · Structure no. 151630264901006

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
280 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,452
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2676 over Medina River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2676 over Medina River in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 2,452 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,433 by 2042. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2676
CrossesMedina River
Location0.8 MI W of FM 471
RouteState Highway 2676
CountyMedina County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44211, -98.89691
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,452 (2023)
Projected traffic3,433 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
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 2676 over Medina River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2676 over Medina 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2676 over Medina River carry?

About 2,452 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 2676 over Medina River?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2676 over Medina River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.