US Bridges

FM 1457 over Rocky Creek

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 1.20 MI NE of SH 237 · Structure no. 130760144101005

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
726
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1457 over Rocky Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1457 over Rocky Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 726 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,220 by 2040. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1457
CrossesRocky Creek
Location1.20 MI NE of SH 237
RouteState Highway 1457
StateTexas
Coordinates30.07723, -96.68164
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic726 (2020)
Projected traffic1,220 by 2040
Trucks17%
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 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 1457 over Rocky Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1457 over Rocky 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1457 over Rocky Creek carry?

About 726 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 1457 over Rocky Creek?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1457 over Rocky Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.