US Bridges

FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 0.70 Mi. E. of FM 196 · Structure no. 011390129201004

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
160
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 232 by 2039. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1501
CrossesWest Brushy Creek
Location0.70 Mi. E. of FM 196
RouteState Highway 1501
CountyLamar County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.51494, -95.37849
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160 (2020)
Projected traffic232 by 2039
Trucks9%
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1501 over West Brushy 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1501 over West Brushy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.