US Bridges

FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch

Good

Liberty County, Texas · 6.6 MI NE of SH 321 · Structure no. 201460081301013

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
4,544
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 95 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 4,544 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,820 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 787
CrossesE Fork Marsh Branch
Location6.6 MI NE of SH 321
RouteState Highway 787
StateTexas
Coordinates30.37801, -94.9854
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,544 (2022)
Projected traffic4,820 by 2033
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch carry?

About 4,544 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FM 787 over E Fork Marsh Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.