US Bridges

FM 1752 over Dameron Crk

Good

Fannin County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of SH 56 · Structure no. 010750170802007

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
333
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1752 over Dameron Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1752 over Dameron Crk in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 62 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 333 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1752
CrossesDameron Crk
Location2.0 MI S of SH 56
RouteState Highway 1752
StateTexas
Coordinates33.57963, -96.35781
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic333 (2020)
Projected traffic540 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 Dameron Crk built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is FM 1752 over Dameron 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1752 over Dameron Crk carry?

About 333 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1752 over Dameron Crk?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1752 over Dameron Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.