US Bridges

Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Texas · 2.55 MI NE of FM 1457 · Structure no. 172390AA0390003

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
41
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2035. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesMayer Cemetery RD
CrossesTrib of W Fk Mill CR
Location2.55 MI NE of FM 1457
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.08476, -96.61332
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.6 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41 (2022)
Projected traffic80 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR carry?

About 41 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Mayer Cemetery RD over Trib of W Fk Mill CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.