US Bridges

FM 1752 over Brushy Crk

Fair

Fannin County, Texas · 3.3 MI N of SH 56 · Structure no. 010750170801004

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
194
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1752 over Brushy Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1752 over Brushy Crk in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 194 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 37 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1752
CrossesBrushy Crk
Location3.3 MI N of SH 56
RouteState Highway 1752
StateTexas
Coordinates33.64591, -96.35653
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic194 (2020)
Projected traffic300 by 2033
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1752 over Brushy Crk built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1752 over Brushy Crk in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1752 over Brushy Crk carry?

About 194 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is FM 1752 over Brushy Crk?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1752 over Brushy Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.