US Bridges

FM 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River

GoodPosted for load

Montague County, Texas · 0.3 MI S of US 82 · Structure no. 031690135201005

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
490
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River is a steel culvert carrying FM 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 490 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 690 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 677 SB
CrossesElm Fork Trinity River
Location0.3 MI S of US 82
RouteState Highway 677
StateTexas
Coordinates33.69208, -97.52689
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic490 (2013)
Projected traffic690 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River 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 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River carry?

About 490 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 677 SB over Elm Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.