FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek
FairAustin County, Texas · 0.20 MI NE of FM 1094 · Structure no. 130080110602001
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,673
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek in Austin County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 1,673 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,270 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek carry?
About 1,673 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 949 over Cat Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.