FM 228 over Murchison Creek
GoodHouston County, Texas · 5.00 MI NE of US 287 · Structure no. 111140063503012
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 228 over Murchison Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 228 over Murchison Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 820 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 228 over Murchison Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 228 over Murchison 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 228 over Murchison Creek carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 228 over Murchison Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns FM 228 over Murchison Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.