US Bridges

FM 363 over Davis Creek Relief

Good

Newton County, Texas · 8.15 MI E of SH 87 · Structure no. 201760062703018

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,007
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 363 over Davis Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 363 over Davis Creek Relief 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 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 363
CrossesDavis Creek Relief
Location8.15 MI E of SH 87
RouteState Highway 363
StateTexas
Coordinates30.73615, -93.7021
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.9 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 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
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Relief built?

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

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

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

How long is FM 363 over Davis Creek Relief?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns FM 363 over Davis Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.