FM 2971 over Housen Bayou
GoodSabine County, Texas · 2.05 MI SW of FM 83 · Structure no. 112020167802002
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 121 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 224
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2971 over Housen Bayou is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2971 over Housen Bayou in Sabine 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 224 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 314 by 2040. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2971 over Housen Bayou built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2971 over Housen Bayou 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2971 over Housen Bayou carry?
About 224 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 2971 over Housen Bayou?
The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2971 over Housen Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.