US Bridges

FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676

Good

Cass County, Texas · 1.90 MI E of US 59 · Structure no. 190340319501003

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
460 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,973
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676 in Cass County, Texas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,973 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2033. The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 3129
CrossesUPRR & CR 3676
Location1.90 MI E of US 59
RouteState Highway 3129
StateTexas
Coordinates33.26196, -94.11969
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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, precast panels
Main spans1 (+5 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length460 ft (140.2 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,973 (2020)
Projected traffic5,250 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676 built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676 carry?

About 2,973 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676?

The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3129 over UPRR & CR 3676?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.