US Bridges

FM 1564 over Cedar Creek

Good

Hunt County, Texas · 1.7MI W JCT US69 & FM1564 · Structure no. 011170149601009

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,367
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1564 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1564 over Cedar Creek in Hunt County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,367 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,060 by 2033. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 1564
CrossesCedar Creek
Location1.7MI W JCT US69 & FM1564
RouteState Highway 1564
StateTexas
Coordinates33.01614, -96.0211
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,367 (2020)
Projected traffic2,060 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 1564 over Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1564 over Cedar 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1564 over Cedar Creek carry?

About 1,367 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1564 over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1564 over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.