US Bridges

FM 10 over Murvaul Creek

Good

Panola County, Texas · 1.10 MI N of FM 2260 · Structure no. 191830122201007

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
525 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,634
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 10 over Murvaul Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 10 over Murvaul Creek in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 1,634 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2033. The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 10
CrossesMurvaul Creek
Location1.10 MI N of FM 2260
RouteState Highway 10
StateTexas
Coordinates32.04835, -94.37607
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than 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 spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length525 ft (160 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,634 (2020)
Projected traffic1,530 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 10 over Murvaul Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 10 over Murvaul 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 10 over Murvaul Creek carry?

About 1,634 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 10 over Murvaul Creek?

The structure is 525 ft (160 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 10 over Murvaul Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.