FM 856 over Mill CR
GoodCherokee County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of FM 13 · Structure no. 100370115001008
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 633
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 856 over Mill CR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 856 over Mill CR in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 633 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 886 by 2041. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 856 over Mill CR built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 856 over Mill CR 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 856 over Mill CR carry?
About 633 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 856 over Mill CR?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns FM 856 over Mill CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.