FM 1956 over Redbud Creek
GoodMontague County, Texas · 5.2 MI E of FM 103 · Structure no. 031690161102003
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 774
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1956 over Redbud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1956 over Redbud Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 774 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1956 over Redbud Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1956 over Redbud 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 1956 over Redbud Creek carry?
About 774 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1956 over Redbud Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1956 over Redbud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.