FM 585 over Briar Creek
GoodBrown County, Texas · 0.80 MI N of FM 1850 · Structure no. 230250103501008
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 103
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 585 over Briar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 585 over Briar Creek in Brown County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 103 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 157 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 585 over Briar Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 585 over Briar 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 Briar Creek carry?
About 103 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 585 over Briar Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns FM 585 over Briar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.