FM 561 over Ward Creek
FairBowie County, Texas · 1.20 MI W of FM 44 · Structure no. 190190191801001
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 346
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 561 over Ward Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 561 over Ward Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 346 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 561 over Ward Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 561 over Ward 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 561 over Ward Creek carry?
About 346 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 561 over Ward Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 561 over Ward Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.