US Bridges

FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh

PoorPosted for load

Liberty County, Texas · 0.8 MI NE of FM 160 · Structure no. 201460109602015

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1955
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
108 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,840
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh is a concrete slab carrying FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh in Liberty County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1955, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,840 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,320 by 2031. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesFM 770
CrossesS Fk Little Willow Marsh
Location0.8 MI NE of FM 160
RouteState Highway 770
StateTexas
Coordinates30.08695, -94.65212
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,840 (2020)
Projected traffic5,320 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.

What condition is FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh carry?

About 1,840 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FM 770 over S Fk Little Willow Marsh?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.