FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek
GoodCaldwell County, Texas · 2.9 MI N of US 183 · Structure no. 140280057102022
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 430 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,542
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 1,542 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,159 by 2042. The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 86 over West Fork Plum 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek carry?
About 1,542 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek?
The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 86 over West Fork Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.