FM 1747 over Branch Creek
GoodJasper County, Texas · 0.40 MI S of FM 2799 · Structure no. 201220094802002
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1747 over Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1747 over Branch Creek in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 620 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1747 over Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1747 over Branch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1747 over Branch Creek carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 1747 over Branch Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1747 over Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.