US Bridges

FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek

Fair

McLennan County, Texas · 4.5 MI NE of SH 6 · Structure no. 091610083103008

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,219
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,219 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,320 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1860
CrossesBranch of Brushy Creek
Location4.5 MI NE of SH 6
RouteState Highway 1860
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.50406, -96.85635
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,219 (2023)
Projected traffic1,320 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek carry?

About 1,219 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1860 over Branch of Brushy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.