FM 1446 over Oak Branch
GoodEllis County, Texas · 6.7 MI W of IH 35E · Structure no. 180710116002008
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,419
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1446 over Oak Branch is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1446 over Oak Branch in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,419 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,903 by 2039. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1446 over Oak Branch built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1446 over Oak 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1446 over Oak Branch carry?
About 2,419 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 1446 over Oak Branch?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1446 over Oak Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.