US Bridges

FM 532 over Mitchell Creek

Good

Gonzales County, Texas · 3.00 MI E of US 90A · Structure no. 130900100702007

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2015
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,653
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 532 over Mitchell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 532 over Mitchell Creek in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 75 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 1,653 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,120 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 532
CrossesMitchell Creek
Location3.00 MI E of US 90A
RouteState Highway 532
CountyGonzales County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.52723, -97.3726
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 inspectionJanuary 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 spans6
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,653 (2020)
Projected traffic2,120 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 532 over Mitchell Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.

What condition is FM 532 over Mitchell 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 532 over Mitchell Creek carry?

About 1,653 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 532 over Mitchell Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 532 over Mitchell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.