US Bridges

FM 1970 over Davis Branch

Fair

Panola County, Texas · 0.95 MI S of US 79 · Structure no. 191830042803003

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,929
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1970 over Davis Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1970 over Davis Branch in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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 5 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 3,929 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,360 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1970
CrossesDavis Branch
Location0.95 MI S of US 79
RouteState Highway 1970
CountyPanola County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.13983, -94.46097
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
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 traffic3,929 (2018)
Projected traffic1,360 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 1970 over Davis Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1970 over Davis Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1970 over Davis Branch carry?

About 3,929 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1970 over Davis Branch?

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

Who owns FM 1970 over Davis Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.