US Bridges

FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek

Good

Montague County, Texas · 1.04 Mi. W of US 81 · Structure no. 031690042305016

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
152
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 152 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 260 by 2037. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 1806
CrossesMiddle Belknap Creek
Location1.04 Mi. W of US 81
RouteState Highway 1806
StateTexas
Coordinates33.66883, -97.92061
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic152 (2020)
Projected traffic260 by 2037
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1806 over Middle Belknap 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek carry?

About 152 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1806 over Middle Belknap Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.