FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork
FairMontague County, Texas · 0.9 MI SW of US 82 · Structure no. 031690135201001
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 782
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork is a concrete culvert carrying FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 782 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,090 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork carry?
About 782 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 677 over Buck Branch of Elm Fork?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.