US Bridges

FM 917 over Low Branch Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 1000 Ft W of Bu 287 · Structure no. 021270118104009

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,572
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 917 over Low Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 917 over Low Branch Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 11,572 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,740 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 917
CrossesLow Branch Creek
Location1000 Ft W of Bu 287
RouteState Highway 917
StateTexas
Coordinates32.54777, -97.13059
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,572 (2014)
Projected traffic14,740 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 917 over Low Branch Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 917 over Low 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 917 over Low Branch Creek carry?

About 11,572 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 917 over Low Branch Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 917 over Low Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.