FM 4 over Blue Branch
FairHood County, Texas · 0.3 MI W from FM 2580 · Structure no. 021120038503025
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,678
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 4 over Blue Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 4 over Blue Branch in Hood County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,678 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 4 over Blue Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 4 over Blue Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 4 over Blue Branch carry?
About 3,678 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 4 over Blue Branch?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 4 over Blue Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.