US Bridges

FM 308 over Watson Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 1.10 MI S of FM 66 · Structure no. 180710139301004

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
360
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 308 over Watson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 308 over Watson Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 360 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.

CarriesFM 308
CrossesWatson Creek
Location1.10 MI S of FM 66
RouteState Highway 308
StateTexas
Coordinates32.25173, -97.01842
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic360 (2020)
Projected traffic290 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 308 over Watson Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 308 over Watson 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 308 over Watson Creek carry?

About 360 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 308 over Watson Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 308 over Watson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.