FM 1720 over Brushy Creek
GoodHaskell County, Texas · 5.45 MI E of US 277 · Structure no. 081050098207004
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1720 over Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1720 over Brushy Creek in Haskell County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 1720 over Brushy Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1720 over Brushy 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1720 over Brushy Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is FM 1720 over Brushy Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1720 over Brushy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.