US Bridges

FM 609 over Taylor Branch

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 0.40 MI SW of Bu 71E · Structure no. 130760026703019

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,195
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 609 over Taylor Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 609 over Taylor Branch in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 72 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 4,195 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,280 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 609
CrossesTaylor Branch
Location0.40 MI SW of Bu 71E
RouteState Highway 609
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.89819, -96.90583
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,195 (2020)
Projected traffic6,280 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 609 over Taylor Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is FM 609 over Taylor Branch 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 609 over Taylor Branch carry?

About 4,195 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 609 over Taylor Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 609 over Taylor Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.