US Bridges

FM 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 4.3 MI SW of FM4 · Structure no. 021270159902005

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,791
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck is a concrete culvert carrying FM 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 71 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 1,791 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 950 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 916
CrossesS Fork of Chambers Ck
Location4.3 MI SW of FM4
RouteState Highway 916
StateTexas
Coordinates32.25966, -97.25316
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 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,791 (2019)
Projected traffic950 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is FM 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck 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 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck carry?

About 1,791 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 916 over S Fork of Chambers Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.