FM 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek
FairKaufman County, Texas · 0.20 MI N of SH 198 · Structure no. 181300069704022
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,491
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 72 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 2,491 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,260 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is FM 90 over S Branch Prairie 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FM 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek carry?
About 2,491 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 90 over S Branch Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.