FM 1553 over Freeman Creek
GoodFannin County, Texas · 0.5 Mi. W. of SH 78 · Structure no. 010750148801006
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 95 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 384
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1553 over Freeman Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1553 over Freeman Creek in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 384 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2040. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1553 over Freeman Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1553 over Freeman 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 1553 over Freeman Creek carry?
About 384 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is FM 1553 over Freeman Creek?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1553 over Freeman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.