US Bridges

FM 82 over Nichols Creek

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 3.90 MI W of US 96 · Structure no. 201220158301002

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
122
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 82 over Nichols Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 82 over Nichols Creek in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 122 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 171 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 82
CrossesNichols Creek
Location3.90 MI W of US 96
RouteState Highway 82
StateTexas
Coordinates30.64257, -93.96466
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic122 (2022)
Projected traffic171 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 82 over Nichols Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 82 over Nichols 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 82 over Nichols Creek carry?

About 122 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is FM 82 over Nichols Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 82 over Nichols Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.