US Bridges

FM 1085 over E China Crk

Good

Fisher County, Texas · 3.90 MI SE of FM 57 · Structure no. 080770125101009

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
176
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1085 over E China Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1085 over E China Crk in Fisher County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 176 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1085
CrossesE China Crk
Location3.90 MI SE of FM 57
RouteState Highway 1085
CountyFisher County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.6728, -100.2252
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic176 (2020)
Projected traffic140 by 2033
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 1085 over E China Crk built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1085 over E China 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1085 over E China Crk carry?

About 176 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is FM 1085 over E China Crk?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1085 over E China Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.