FM 979 over Jones Creek
GoodMilam County, Texas · 4.80 MI N of FM 485 · Structure no. 171660121003006
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 254
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 979 over Jones Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 979 over Jones Creek in Milam County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 254 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 356 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 979 over Jones Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 979 over Jones 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 979 over Jones Creek carry?
About 254 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM 979 over Jones Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FM 979 over Jones Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.