US Bridges

FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek

Good

Falls County, Texas · 0.70 MI SW of SH 7 · Structure no. 090740075204032

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
485
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 485 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 470 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 935
CrossesTrib of Deer Creek
Location0.70 MI SW of SH 7
RouteState Highway 935
StateTexas
Coordinates31.27979, -97.0061
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 inspectionDecember 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic485 (2023)
Projected traffic470 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 935 over Trib of Deer 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek carry?

About 485 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 935 over Trib of Deer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.