US Bridges

FM 109 over Cummins Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 2.05 MI N of Bu 71F · Structure no. 130450071602186

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
810 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,238
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 109 over Cummins Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 109 over Cummins Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,238 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,357 by 2041. The structure is 810 ft (246.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesFM 109
CrossesCummins Creek
Location2.05 MI N of Bu 71F
RouteState Highway 109
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74737, -96.55149
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 (+8 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length810 ft (246.9 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,238 (2021)
Projected traffic3,357 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 109 over Cummins Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 109 over Cummins Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 109 over Cummins Creek carry?

About 2,238 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 109 over Cummins Creek?

The structure is 810 ft (246.9 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 109 over Cummins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.