US Bridges

FM 4 over Little Keechi Creek

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 11.0 MI N & E of SH180 · Structure no. 021820073601002

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
261
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 4 over Little Keechi Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 4 over Little Keechi Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 261 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesFM 4
CrossesLittle Keechi Creek
Location11.0 MI N & E of SH180
RouteState Highway 4
StateTexas
Coordinates32.90926, -98.28003
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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic261 (2020)
Projected traffic350 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 4 over Little Keechi Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 4 over Little Keechi 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 4 over Little Keechi Creek carry?

About 261 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is FM 4 over Little Keechi Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 4 over Little Keechi Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.