FM 56 over Raymond Creek
GoodBosque County, Texas · 3.9 MI S of SH 174 · Structure no. 090180039805030
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,204
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 56 over Raymond Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 56 over Raymond Creek in Bosque County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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.
It carries about 1,204 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,565 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 56 over Raymond Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 56 over Raymond 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 56 over Raymond Creek carry?
About 1,204 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 56 over Raymond Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns FM 56 over Raymond Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.