US Bridges

FM 898 over Mcclung Creek

Good

Fannin County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of SH 56 · Structure no. 010750051004021

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
449
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 898 over Mcclung Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 898 over Mcclung Creek in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 449 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 898
CrossesMcclung Creek
Location2.0 MI S of SH 56
RouteState Highway 898
StateTexas
Coordinates33.54861, -96.27169
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic449 (2023)
Projected traffic390 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 898 over Mcclung Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 898 over Mcclung 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 898 over Mcclung Creek carry?

About 449 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 898 over Mcclung Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 898 over Mcclung Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.