FM 557 over Dry Creek
FairCamp County, Texas · 2.75 MI E of US 271 · Structure no. 190320101902001
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,164
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 557 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 557 over Dry Creek in Camp County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 77 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,164 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,340 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 557 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is FM 557 over Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 557 over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,164 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 557 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 557 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.