FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek
GoodMcLennan County, Texas · 1.5 MI NW of FM 938 · Structure no. 091610056704010
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 459
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 459 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 606 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek carry?
About 459 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 185 over Branch of Bluff Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.