FM 533 over Rocky Creek
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 1.67 MI SW of US 90A · Structure no. 131430100801003
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 552
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 533 over Rocky Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 533 over Rocky Creek in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 552 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,038 by 2042. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 533 over Rocky Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 533 over Rocky 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 533 over Rocky Creek carry?
About 552 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is FM 533 over Rocky Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 533 over Rocky Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.