US Bridges

FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD

Good

Brazos County, Texas · 0.8 MI NE of SH 47 · Structure no. 170210050601020

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,050
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 23,050 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,270 by 2041. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 80 ft wide.

CarriesFM 60
CrossesTurkey Creek RD
Location0.8 MI NE of SH 47
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates30.59721, -96.37094
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,050 (2021)
Projected traffic32,270 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD carry?

About 23,050 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns FM 60 over Turkey Creek RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.