US Bridges

FM 185 over Trib Hog Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 3.7 MI SW of SH 6 · Structure no. 091610196901003

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,821
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 185 over Trib Hog Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 185 over Trib Hog Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 2,821 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,893 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 185
CrossesTrib Hog Creek
Location3.7 MI SW of SH 6
RouteState Highway 185
StateTexas
Coordinates31.55414, -97.35872
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,821 (2023)
Projected traffic3,893 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 185 over Trib Hog Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 185 over Trib Hog 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 Trib Hog Creek carry?

About 2,821 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 185 over Trib Hog Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns FM 185 over Trib Hog Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.