US Bridges

FM 875 over Lone Elm Branch

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 1.6 MI W of US 287 Bus · Structure no. 180710115901270

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,341
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 875 over Lone Elm Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 875 over Lone Elm Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 3,341 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,010 by 2037. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 875
CrossesLone Elm Branch
Location1.6 MI W of US 287 Bus
RouteState Highway 875
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41334, -96.91371
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,341 (2017)
Projected traffic4,010 by 2037
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 875 over Lone Elm Branch built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 875 over Lone Elm 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 875 over Lone Elm Branch carry?

About 3,341 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 875 over Lone Elm Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns FM 875 over Lone Elm Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.