US Bridges

FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 5.8 MI SW of IH 35E · Structure no. 180710059602293

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,400
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,400 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,700 by 2035. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 66
CrossesW Fork Greathouse Branch
Location5.8 MI SW of IH 35E
RouteState Highway 66
CountyEllis County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.33434, -96.95163
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,400 (2015)
Projected traffic4,700 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch carry?

About 3,400 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 66 over W Fork Greathouse Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.