FM 126 over Bitter Creek
FairJones County, Texas · 0.70 MI N of FM 605 · Structure no. 081280073302018
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 837
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 126 over Bitter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 126 over Bitter Creek in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1988, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 837 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,340 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 126 over Bitter Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is FM 126 over Bitter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 126 over Bitter Creek carry?
About 837 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is FM 126 over Bitter Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FM 126 over Bitter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.