FM 991 over Nettles Creek Relief
FairBowie County, Texas · 0.90 MI N of US 67 · Structure no. 190190001019106
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,101
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 991 over Nettles Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 991 over Nettles Creek Relief in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,101 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,660 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 991 over Nettles Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 991 over Nettles 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 991 over Nettles Creek Relief carry?
About 1,101 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 991 over Nettles Creek Relief?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 991 over Nettles Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.