US Bridges

FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR

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Gonzales County, Texas · 3.15 MI N of US 90A · Structure no. 130900113302006

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,889
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 2,889 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,370 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 794
CrossesDry Fork Smith CR
Location3.15 MI N of US 90A
RouteState Highway 794
CountyGonzales County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.562, -97.46313
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 inspectionFebruary 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,889 (2020)
Projected traffic3,370 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR carry?

About 2,889 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 794 over Dry Fork Smith CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.