US Bridges

FM 3148 over Crow Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 1.2 MI SW of US 77 · Structure no. 091610323301003

Built
1973
52 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,077
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3148 over Crow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3148 over Crow Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1973 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 52 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 3,077 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,420 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 3148
CrossesCrow Creek
Location1.2 MI SW of US 77
RouteState Highway 3148
StateTexas
Coordinates31.45138, -97.12832
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic3,077 (2020)
Projected traffic4,420 by 2033
Trucks7%
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$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3148 over Crow Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is FM 3148 over Crow 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 3148 over Crow Creek carry?

About 3,077 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 3148 over Crow Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 3148 over Crow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.