US Bridges

FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · 1.05 MI S of Lp 287 · Structure no. 110030316201002

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
8,748
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 8,748 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,850 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 819
CrossesHuricane Creek Relief
Location1.05 MI S of Lp 287
RouteState Highway 819
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.29425, -94.73769
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,748 (2020)
Projected traffic14,850 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 819 over Huricane Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief carry?

About 8,748 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 819 over Huricane Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.