FM 514 over Elm Creek
GoodRains County, Texas · 0.90 MI E of SH 19 · Structure no. 011900072503002
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 960
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 514 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 514 over Elm Creek in Rains County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 72 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 960 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 39 ft wide.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 514 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is FM 514 over Elm 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 514 over Elm Creek carry?
About 960 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 514 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 514 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.