FM 520 over Horse Creek
GoodHansford County, Texas · 1.6 MI W of SH 207 · Structure no. 040990162101001
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 112
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 520 over Horse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 520 over Horse Creek in Hansford County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 112 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 FM 520 over Horse Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 520 over Horse 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 520 over Horse Creek carry?
About 112 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is FM 520 over Horse Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 520 over Horse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.