US Bridges

FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief

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Harrison County, Texas · 2.10 MI SW of US 59 · Structure no. 191030191902002

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
419
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 419 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1997
CrossesGrays Creek Relief
Location2.10 MI SW of US 59
RouteState Highway 1997
CountyHarrison County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.6595, -94.3751
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 loadOther
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic419 (2020)
Projected traffic780 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 1997 over Grays Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief carry?

About 419 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1997 over Grays Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.