US Bridges

FM 60 over Dry Creek

Good

Burleson County, Texas · 1.2 MI SE of SH 21 · Structure no. 170260071301004

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,411
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 60 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 60 over Dry Creek in Burleson County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2018, 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 1,411 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,201 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesFM 60
CrossesDry Creek
Location1.2 MI SE of SH 21
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates30.44394, -96.76736
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,411 (2022)
Projected traffic2,201 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 60 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is FM 60 over Dry 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 60 over Dry Creek carry?

About 1,411 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 60 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 60 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.