SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief
GoodMontgomery County, Texas · 2.40 MI E of FM 1485 · Structure no. 121700353801007
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,714
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief in Montgomery County, Texas. It was built in 1993 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 32 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 7,714 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,910 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief 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 SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief carry?
About 7,714 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SH 242 over Spring Branch Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.