FM 816 over Short Creek
GoodHunt County, Texas · 4.2 MI E of FM 272 · Structure no. 011170109701007
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 492
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 816 over Short Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 816 over Short Creek in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older 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 492 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 494 by 2039. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 816 over Short Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 816 over Short 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 816 over Short Creek carry?
About 492 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 816 over Short Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns FM 816 over Short Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.