FM 246 over IH45
GoodNavarro County, Texas · JCT of FM 246 & IH45 · Structure no. 181750016601075
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 250 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 246 over IH45 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 246 over IH45 in Navarro County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 320 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2033. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 35 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 246 over IH45 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 246 over IH45 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 246 over IH45 carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 246 over IH45?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 246 over IH45?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.