FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk
GoodFalls County, Texas · 1.50 MI E of SH 6 · Structure no. 090740075205029
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,149
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 67 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 1,149 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,340 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 47 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 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk carry?
About 1,149 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns FM 147 over Br of Big Sandy Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.