US Bridges

FM 229 over Spring Creek

Good

Houston County, Texas · 0.1 MI W of Lp 304 · Structure no. 111140034004018

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,508
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 229 over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 229 over Spring Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,508 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,040 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 229
CrossesSpring Creek
Location0.1 MI W of Lp 304
RouteState Highway 229
StateTexas
Coordinates31.32621, -95.48104
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,508 (2019)
Projected traffic2,040 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 229 over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 229 over Spring 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 229 over Spring Creek carry?

About 1,508 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 229 over Spring Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 229 over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.