FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief
GoodPolk County, Texas · 8.1 MI E of SH 146 · Structure no. 111870119401004
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 738
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief in Polk County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 738 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,310 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief carry?
About 738 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 943 over Menard Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.