FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek
GoodPosted for loadBosque County, Texas · 0.5 MI S of SH 22 · Structure no. 090180038604010
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 616
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek in Bosque County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 85 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 616 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 862 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 616 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1991 over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.