FM 503 over Elm Crk
GoodMcCulloch County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of FM 765 · Structure no. 231600086902029
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 503 over Elm Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 503 over Elm Crk in McCulloch 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 75 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 115 by 2038. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 503 over Elm Crk built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 503 over Elm Crk 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 503 over Elm Crk carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 503 over Elm Crk?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 503 over Elm Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.