US Bridges

FM 148 over Buffalo Creek

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 1.30 MI S of US 175 · Structure no. 181300075102388

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,637
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 148 over Buffalo Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 148 over Buffalo Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8,637 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,437 by 2040. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 148
CrossesBuffalo Creek
Location1.30 MI S of US 175
RouteState Highway 148
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.61243, -96.45122
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,637 (2020)
Projected traffic12,437 by 2040
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 148 over Buffalo Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 148 over Buffalo 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 148 over Buffalo Creek carry?

About 8,637 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 148 over Buffalo Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FM 148 over Buffalo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.