US Bridges

FM 565 over Cwa Canal

Good

Chambers County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of SH 99 · Structure no. 200360102401009

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,895
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 565 over Cwa Canal is a concrete culvert carrying FM 565 over Cwa Canal in Chambers County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 8,895 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,820 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 565
CrossesCwa Canal
Location0.1 MI W of SH 99
RouteState Highway 565
StateTexas
Coordinates29.78395, -94.87442
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,895 (2019)
Projected traffic10,820 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 565 over Cwa Canal built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 565 over Cwa Canal 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 565 over Cwa Canal carry?

About 8,895 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 565 over Cwa Canal?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 565 over Cwa Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.