FM 649 over Chica Creek
GoodJim Hogg County, Texas · Appx 4.0 MI S of FM 2687 · Structure no. 211250032901010
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 465
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 649 over Chica Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 649 over Chica Creek in Jim Hogg County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 465 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 649 over Chica Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 649 over Chica 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 649 over Chica Creek carry?
About 465 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is FM 649 over Chica Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FM 649 over Chica Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.