FM 973 NB over Colorado River
GoodTravis County, Texas · 0.3 MI N of SH 71 · Structure no. 142270120003125
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 532 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,056
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 973 NB over Colorado River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 973 NB over Colorado River in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 12,056 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,800 by 2027. The structure is 532 ft (162.2 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 973 NB over Colorado River built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 973 NB over Colorado 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 973 NB over Colorado River carry?
About 12,056 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 973 NB over Colorado River?
The structure is 532 ft (162.2 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34.1 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns FM 973 NB over Colorado River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.