US Bridges

FM 60 over Big Creek Branch

Good

Burleson County, Texas · 5.2 MI SW of SH 36 · Structure no. 170260071301013

Built
2024
1 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,453
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 60 over Big Creek Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 60 over Big Creek Branch in Burleson County, Texas. It was built in 2024, so it is 1 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 1,453 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,121 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 60
CrossesBig Creek Branch
Location5.2 MI SW of SH 36
RouteState Highway 60
StateTexas
Coordinates30.36371, -96.64104
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,453 (2023)
Projected traffic2,121 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 60 over Big Creek Branch built?

It was built in 2024, making it 1 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 60 over Big Creek Branch 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 Big Creek Branch carry?

About 1,453 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 60 over Big Creek Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FM 60 over Big Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.