FM 713 over Dry Creek
GoodCaldwell County, Texas · 3.3 MI W of FM 86 · Structure no. 140280080503005
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,154
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 713 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 713 over Dry Creek in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 72 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 2,154 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,145 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 713 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is FM 713 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 713 over Dry Creek carry?
About 2,154 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 713 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns FM 713 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.