FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek
FairLimestone County, Texas · 2.90 MI SW of FM 339 · Structure no. 091470083102002
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 480
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek in Limestone County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 76 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 480 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 260 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 480 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 342 over Br of Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.