US Bridges

FM 434 over Bullhide Creek

Good

Falls County, Texas · 9.25 MI NE of SH 7 · Structure no. 090740107701023

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
260 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 434 over Bullhide Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 434 over Bullhide Creek in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 years old, younger 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 900 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,260 by 2038. The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 434
CrossesBullhide Creek
Location9.25 MI NE of SH 7
RouteState Highway 434
StateTexas
Coordinates31.39261, -97.03895
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length260 ft (79.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic900 (2018)
Projected traffic1,260 by 2038
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 434 over Bullhide Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 434 over Bullhide 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 2022.

How much traffic does FM 434 over Bullhide Creek carry?

About 900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 434 over Bullhide Creek?

The structure is 260 ft (79.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 434 over Bullhide Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.