US Bridges

FM 357 over Elm Creek

Good

Houston County, Texas · 1.1 MI E of SH 7 · Structure no. 111140094001004

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
356
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 357 over Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 357 over Elm Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 356 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesFM 357
CrossesElm Creek
Location1.1 MI E of SH 7
RouteState Highway 357
StateTexas
Coordinates31.35583, -95.16589
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic356 (2019)
Projected traffic460 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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 357 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 357 over Elm 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 357 over Elm Creek carry?

About 356 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 357 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 357 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.