US Bridges

FM 195 over Six Mile Creek

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 3.7 Mi. NE of US 82 · Structure no. 011390073002026

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
80 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,518
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 195 over Six Mile Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 195 over Six Mile Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 4,518 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,170 by 2039. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 195
CrossesSix Mile Creek
Location3.7 Mi. NE of US 82
RouteState Highway 195
StateTexas
Coordinates33.71063, -95.47827
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 spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,518 (2023)
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 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 Six Mile Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 195 over Six 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 Six Mile Creek carry?

About 4,518 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 195 over Six Mile Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 195 over Six Mile Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.