FM 3 over Clear Creek
FairLeon County, Texas · 1.25 MI SE of FM 977 · Structure no. 171450055201016
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 75 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 173
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 3 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3 over Clear Creek in Leon County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 173 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 3 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 3 over Clear 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 3 over Clear Creek carry?
About 173 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 3 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 3 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.