FM 865 over Hickory Slough
GoodBrazoria County, Texas · 1.32 MI S of Harris C/L · Structure no. 120200097602487
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,779
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 865 over Hickory Slough is a prestressed concrete slab carrying FM 865 over Hickory Slough in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 23,779 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,790 by 2033. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 865 over Hickory Slough built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 865 over Hickory Slough 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 865 over Hickory Slough carry?
About 23,779 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 865 over Hickory Slough?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.
Who owns FM 865 over Hickory Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.