FM 629 over Chocolate Swale
GoodRefugio County, Texas · 0.4 MI N of FM 3037 · Structure no. 161960099301004
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 92
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 629 over Chocolate Swale is a concrete culvert carrying FM 629 over Chocolate Swale in Refugio County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 92 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 129 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 629 over Chocolate Swale built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 629 over Chocolate Swale 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 629 over Chocolate Swale carry?
About 92 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 629 over Chocolate Swale?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 629 over Chocolate Swale?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.