FM 159 over Big Creek
GoodBrazos County, Texas · 7.03 MI S of FM 2154 · Structure no. 170210054005038
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 472
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 159 over Big Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 159 over Big Creek in Brazos County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 472 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2033. The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 159 over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 159 over Big 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 159 over Big Creek carry?
About 472 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 159 over Big Creek?
The structure is 78 ft (23.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns FM 159 over Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.