US Bridges

FM 2727 over Williams Creek

Good

Kaufman County, Texas · 0.95 MI SW of FM 429 · Structure no. 181300274601002

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
756
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2727 over Williams Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2727 over Williams Creek in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 756 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,180 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2727
CrossesWilliams Creek
Location0.95 MI SW of FM 429
RouteState Highway 2727
StateTexas
Coordinates32.64012, -96.18044
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic756 (2023)
Projected traffic1,180 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
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 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 2727 over Williams Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2727 over Williams 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 2727 over Williams Creek carry?

About 756 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2727 over Williams Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2727 over Williams Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.