US Bridges

FM 813 over Mustang Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 0.6 MI SE of US 287 · Structure no. 180710113901021

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
12,076
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 813 over Mustang Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 813 over Mustang Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 12,076 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,640 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 813
CrossesMustang Creek
Location0.6 MI SE of US 287
RouteState Highway 813
StateTexas
Coordinates32.40708, -96.83535
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width59 ft (17.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,076 (2020)
Projected traffic13,640 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$6,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 813 over Mustang Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 813 over 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 813 over Mustang Creek carry?

About 12,076 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 813 over Mustang Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns FM 813 over Mustang Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.