FM 8 over Goose Branch
GoodErath County, Texas · 4.90 MI E of FM 219 S · Structure no. 020730055002002
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,720
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 8 over Goose Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 8 over Goose Branch in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 85 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 4,720 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2033. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 8 over Goose Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is FM 8 over Goose 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 8 over Goose Branch carry?
About 4,720 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 8 over Goose Branch?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FM 8 over Goose Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.