US Bridges

FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch

Fair

Delta County, Texas · 5.0 MI W of SH 24 · Structure no. 010600039903012

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
283
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch in Delta County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 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 283 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 64
CrossesJohns Creek Branch
Location5.0 MI W of SH 24
RouteState Highway 64
CountyDelta County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.37801, -95.78631
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic283 (2020)
Projected traffic320 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch carry?

About 283 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FM 64 over Johns Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.