FM 557 over Greasy Creek
GoodCamp County, Texas · 2.70 MI E of FM 1975 · Structure no. 190320101902004
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 452
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 557 over Greasy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 557 over Greasy Creek in Camp County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 452 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 680 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 557 over Greasy Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 557 over Greasy 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FM 557 over Greasy Creek carry?
About 452 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 557 over Greasy Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns FM 557 over Greasy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.