US Bridges

FM 195 over Seven Mile Creek

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 2.5 MI SW of FM 196 · Structure no. 011390073002017

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,537
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 195 over Seven Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 195 over Seven Mile Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1978, 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 4,537 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,170 by 2039. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 195
CrossesSeven Mile Creek
Location2.5 MI SW of FM 196
RouteState Highway 195
StateTexas
Coordinates33.72164, -95.45942
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,537 (2019)
Projected traffic6,170 by 2039
Trucks16%
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 195 over Seven Mile Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is FM 195 over Seven Mile 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 195 over Seven Mile Creek carry?

About 4,537 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 195 over Seven Mile Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns FM 195 over Seven Mile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.