US Bridges

FM 1858 over Dry Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 0.30 MI NE of FM 933 · Structure no. 091610206101009

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
543
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1858 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1858 over Dry Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 543 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 1858
CrossesDry Creek
Location0.30 MI NE of FM 933
RouteState Highway 1858
StateTexas
Coordinates31.72095, -97.22267
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic543 (2020)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2033
Trucks11%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1858 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1858 over Dry 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1858 over Dry Creek carry?

About 543 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 1858 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1858 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.