FM 580 over Donalson Creek
FairLampasas County, Texas · 2.40 MI W of FM 1494 · Structure no. 231410023115037
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 944
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 580 over Donalson Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 580 over Donalson Creek in Lampasas County, Texas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 944 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,207 by 2038. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 580 over Donalson Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 580 over Donalson Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does FM 580 over Donalson Creek carry?
About 944 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is FM 580 over Donalson Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 580 over Donalson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.