FM 46 over Walnut Creek
GoodRobertson County, Texas · 5.6 MI SE of SH 14 · Structure no. 171980054001046
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Other
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 202 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 748
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 46 over Walnut Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 46 over Walnut Creek in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 748 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 987 by 2042. The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 46 over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 46 over Walnut 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 46 over Walnut Creek carry?
About 748 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is FM 46 over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 202 ft (61.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 46 over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.