US Bridges

FM 966 over Rocky Creek

Good

Lavaca County, Texas · 0.15 MI SW of SH 95 · Structure no. 131430100802004

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
209 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,518
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 966 over Rocky Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 966 over Rocky Creek in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,518 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,190 by 2033. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 966
CrossesRocky Creek
Location0.15 MI SW of SH 95
RouteState Highway 966
StateTexas
Coordinates29.42278, -97.17741
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length209 ft (63.7 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,518 (2024)
Projected traffic1,190 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 966 over Rocky Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 966 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 966 over Rocky Creek carry?

About 1,518 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 966 over Rocky Creek?

The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns FM 966 over Rocky Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.