US Bridges

FM 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek

GoodPosted for load

Jack County, Texas · 3.5 MI N of FM-2210 · Structure no. 021200039107062

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
279
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek in Jack County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 279 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesFM 4
CrossesTrib W Fork Keechi Creek
Location3.5 MI N of FM-2210
RouteState Highway 4
StateTexas
Coordinates33.11239, -98.21932
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 10
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic279 (2020)
Projected traffic650 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
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 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi 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 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek carry?

About 279 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 4 over Trib W Fork Keechi Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.