US Bridges

FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2

Good

Wood County, Texas · 5.0 MI S of US 69 · Structure no. 102500044304021

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
986
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2 in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 986 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,310 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 17
CrossesSabine River Relief No 2
Location5.0 MI S of US 69
RouteState Highway 17
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72194, -95.63153
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic986 (2020)
Projected traffic1,310 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2 built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2 carry?

About 986 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 17 over Sabine River Relief No 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.