US Bridges

FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek

Fair

Newton County, Texas · 1.60 MI N of SH 63 · Structure no. 201760130002014

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
604
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 604 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 773 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 692
CrossesMcgraw Creek
Location1.60 MI N of SH 63
RouteState Highway 692
StateTexas
Coordinates31.02094, -93.65438
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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 width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic604 (2022)
Projected traffic773 by 2042
Trucks15%
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 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 692 over Mcgraw Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek carry?

About 604 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 692 over Mcgraw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.