US Bridges

FM 692 over Hickman Creek

Good

Newton County, Texas · 4.90 MI S of R 255 · Structure no. 201760130002012

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
342
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 692 over Hickman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 692 over Hickman Creek in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 342 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 513 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 692
CrossesHickman Creek
Location4.90 MI S of R 255
RouteState Highway 692
StateTexas
Coordinates31.0934, -93.58611
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic342 (2022)
Projected traffic513 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 692 over Hickman Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 692 over Hickman 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 692 over Hickman Creek carry?

About 342 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 692 over Hickman Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 692 over Hickman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.