FM 1848 over Browns Creek
GoodFreestone County, Texas · 6.7 MI S of FM 489 · Structure no. 170820294802003
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 352
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1848 over Browns Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying FM 1848 over Browns Creek in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 352 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2033. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1848 over Browns Creek built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1848 over Browns 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1848 over Browns Creek carry?
About 352 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.
How long is FM 1848 over Browns Creek?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1848 over Browns Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.