US Bridges

FM 195 over Little Pine Creek

Good

Red River County, Texas · 1.9 MI W of SH 37 · Structure no. 011940170501006

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,114
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 195 over Little Pine Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 195 over Little Pine Creek in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,114 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,310 by 2040. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 195
CrossesLittle Pine Creek
Location1.9 MI W of SH 37
RouteState Highway 195
StateTexas
Coordinates33.85264, -95.06481
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,114 (2020)
Projected traffic2,310 by 2040
Trucks13%
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 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 195 over Little Pine Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 195 over Little Pine 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 195 over Little Pine Creek carry?

About 2,114 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 195 over Little Pine Creek?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 195 over Little Pine Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.