US Bridges

FM 185 over Live Oak Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 1.0 MI SW of FM 1637 · Structure no. 091610196902007

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,628
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 185 over Live Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 185 over Live Oak Creek in McLennan 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 10,628 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,493 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 185
CrossesLive Oak Creek
Location1.0 MI SW of FM 1637
RouteState Highway 185
StateTexas
Coordinates31.6261, -97.29155
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,628 (2023)
Projected traffic18,493 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 Live Oak Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 185 over Live Oak 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 Live Oak Creek carry?

About 10,628 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 185 over Live Oak Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FM 185 over Live Oak Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.