FM 968 over Mason Creek
GoodHarrison County, Texas · 0.90 MI E of Lp 281 · Structure no. 191030157502021
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,502
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 968 over Mason Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 968 over Mason Creek in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 4,502 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,180 by 2033. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 968 over Mason Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 968 over Mason 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 968 over Mason Creek carry?
About 4,502 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 968 over Mason Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 968 over Mason Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.