US Bridges

FM 895 over Post Oak Creek

Good

Delta County, Texas · 0.60 MI E of SH 19 · Structure no. 010600117401010

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
489
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 895 over Post Oak Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 895 over Post Oak Creek in Delta County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 489 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 690 by 2033. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 895
CrossesPost Oak Creek
Location0.60 MI E of SH 19
RouteState Highway 895
StateTexas
Coordinates33.39708, -95.59174
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior 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
Design loadHL 93
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic489 (2023)
Projected traffic690 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 895 over Post Oak Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 895 over Post Oak 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 895 over Post Oak Creek carry?

About 489 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 895 over Post Oak Creek?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 895 over Post Oak Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.