FM 9 over Paw Paw Bayou
GoodHarrison County, Texas · 2.10 MI N of US 80 · Structure no. 191030234002006
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,247
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 9 over Paw Paw Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 9 over Paw Paw Bayou in Harrison County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 55 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 1,247 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,780 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 9 over Paw Paw Bayou built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is FM 9 over Paw Paw Bayou 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 9 over Paw Paw Bayou carry?
About 1,247 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 9 over Paw Paw Bayou?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 9 over Paw Paw Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.