FM 849 over IH 20
GoodSmith County, Texas · 4.2 MI E of SH 110 · Structure no. 102120049504390
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 310 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,437
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 849 over IH 20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 849 over IH 20 in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 3,437 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,773 by 2041. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 60 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 849 over IH 20 built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 849 over IH 20 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 849 over IH 20 carry?
About 3,437 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 849 over IH 20?
The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns FM 849 over IH 20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.