RM 965 over Metzger Creek
GoodGillespie County, Texas · 10.0 MI N of US 290 · Structure no. 140870119901005
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,855
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RM 965 over Metzger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RM 965 over Metzger Creek in Gillespie County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,855 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RM 965 over Metzger Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is RM 965 over Metzger 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does RM 965 over Metzger Creek carry?
About 2,855 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is RM 965 over Metzger Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns RM 965 over Metzger Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.