US Bridges

FM 684 over Dutchman Creek

Good

Motley County, Texas · 1.70 MI E of SH 70 · Structure no. 251730170201004

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
545 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 684 over Dutchman Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 684 over Dutchman Creek in Motley County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 110 by 2033. The structure is 545 ft (166.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 684
CrossesDutchman Creek
Location1.70 MI E of SH 70
RouteState Highway 684
StateTexas
Coordinates33.89221, -100.82042
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length545 ft (166.1 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic110 by 2033
Trucks9%
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 684 over Dutchman Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 684 over Dutchman 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 684 over Dutchman Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 684 over Dutchman Creek?

The structure is 545 ft (166.1 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 684 over Dutchman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.