US Bridges

FM 1693 over West Mustang Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 1.2 MI W of SH 71 · Structure no. 130450168901005

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
404
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1693 over West Mustang Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1693 over West Mustang Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 404 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 517 by 2041. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 1693
CrossesWest Mustang Creek
Location1.2 MI W of SH 71
RouteState Highway 1693
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44731, -96.42414
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic404 (2021)
Projected traffic517 by 2041
Trucks14%
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 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 1693 over West Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1693 over West Mustang 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1693 over West Mustang Creek carry?

About 404 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 1693 over West Mustang Creek?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1693 over West Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.