US Bridges

FM 1570 over Mustang Branch

Fair

Hunt County, Texas · 1.5 MI W JCT SH34&FM1570 · Structure no. 011170069201002

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,236
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1570 over Mustang Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1570 over Mustang Branch in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 61 years old, older 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 4,236 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,080 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesFM 1570
CrossesMustang Branch
Location1.5 MI W JCT SH34&FM1570
RouteState Highway 1570
CountyHunt County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.06617, -96.1329
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic4,236 (2020)
Projected traffic6,080 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1570 over Mustang Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is FM 1570 over Mustang 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1570 over Mustang Branch carry?

About 4,236 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 1570 over Mustang Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1570 over Mustang Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.