US Bridges

FM 225 over Bingham Creek

Good

Nacogdoches County, Texas · 12.8 MI S Rusk CO Line · Structure no. 111740059404025

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
493
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 225 over Bingham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 225 over Bingham Creek in Nacogdoches County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 493 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 690 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesFM 225
CrossesBingham Creek
Location12.8 MI S Rusk CO Line
RouteState Highway 225
StateTexas
Coordinates31.67927, -94.87596
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic493 (2020)
Projected traffic690 by 2040
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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 225 over Bingham Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 225 over Bingham 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 225 over Bingham Creek carry?

About 493 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 225 over Bingham Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 225 over Bingham Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.