US Bridges

FM 2626 over Quicksand Creek

Good

Newton County, Texas · 2.45 MI NE of US 190 · Structure no. 201760261801005

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
185 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
125
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2626 over Quicksand Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2626 over Quicksand Creek in Newton County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 125 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 175 by 2042. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 32 ft wide.

CarriesFM 2626
CrossesQuicksand Creek
Location2.45 MI NE of US 190
RouteState Highway 2626
StateTexas
Coordinates30.78402, -93.64644
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length185 ft (56.4 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125 (2022)
Projected traffic175 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 2626 over Quicksand Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2626 over Quicksand 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 2626 over Quicksand Creek carry?

About 125 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 2626 over Quicksand Creek?

The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2626 over Quicksand Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.