FM 985 over Clear Creek
FairEllis County, Texas · 1.80 MI SE of FM 984 · Structure no. 180710121201001
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 985 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 985 over Clear Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 985 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 985 over Clear Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does FM 985 over Clear Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 985 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 985 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.