FM 585 over Sand Creek
GoodBrown County, Texas · 3.10 MI NW of US 84 · Structure no. 230250103501004
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 189
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 585 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 585 over Sand Creek in Brown County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 189 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 280 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 585 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 585 over Sand 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 585 over Sand Creek carry?
About 189 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 585 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 585 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.