FM 227 over Bracken Creek
GoodHouston County, Texas · 1.00 MI W of SH 21 · Structure no. 111140093702018
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 268
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 227 over Bracken Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 227 over Bracken Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 268 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 227 over Bracken Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 227 over Bracken 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 227 over Bracken Creek carry?
About 268 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 227 over Bracken Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 227 over Bracken Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.