US Bridges

FM 363 over Davis Creek

Good

Newton County, Texas · 8.20 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760062703017

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,007
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 363 over Davis Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 363 over Davis Creek in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,007 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 363
CrossesDavis Creek
Location8.20 MI E of SH 87
RouteState Highway 363
StateTexas
Coordinates30.73723, -93.70127
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,007 (2019)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 363 over Davis Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 363 over Davis 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 363 over Davis Creek carry?

About 1,007 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is FM 363 over Davis Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 363 over Davis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.