US Bridges

FM 195 over Little Pine Creek

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 3.5 MI E of FM 906 · Structure no. 011390073002025

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
390 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,019
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 195 over Little Pine Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 195 over Little Pine Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,019 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,988 by 2039. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 195
CrossesLittle Pine Creek
Location3.5 MI E of FM 906
RouteState Highway 195
StateTexas
Coordinates33.80568, -95.33469
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length390 ft (118.9 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,019 (2019)
Projected traffic2,988 by 2039
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 195 over Little Pine Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 195 over Little Pine 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 Little Pine Creek carry?

About 2,019 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 195 over Little Pine Creek?

The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 195 over Little Pine Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.