FM 109 over Piper Creek
FairColorado County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of FM 1291 · Structure no. 130450071602022
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,586
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 109 over Piper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 109 over Piper Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 1,586 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,220 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 109 over Piper Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 109 over Piper Creek 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 109 over Piper Creek carry?
About 1,586 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 109 over Piper Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 109 over Piper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.