FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River
FairCollin County, Texas · 5.60 MI E of SH 5 · Structure no. 180430101301002
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 360 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,439
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River in Collin County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 3,439 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2033. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River carry?
About 3,439 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 546 over E Fork Trinity River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.