US Bridges

Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy

FairPosted for load

Marion County, Texas · Lake O the Pines Dam · Structure no. 19155AA0292001

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
216 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
82
2023 count
Owner
Federal
Corps of Engineers (Civil)

About this bridge

Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy in Marion 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 82 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 216 ft (65.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesPublic Rd. FM 726
CrossesLake O the Pines Spillwy
LocationLake O the Pines Dam
RouteState Highway 726
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75, -94.5
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.6 US tons
Inventory rating16.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length216 ft (65.7 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic82 (2023)
Projected traffic100 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Maintained byCorps of Engineers (Civil)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$770,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy built?

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

What condition is Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy carry?

About 82 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy?

The structure is 216 ft (65.7 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Public Rd. FM 726 over Lake O the Pines Spillwy?

It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).