US Bridges

FM 2954 over Big Sandy Creek

Good

Robertson County, Texas · 5.0 MI E of SH 14 · Structure no. 171980330101005

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
71 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
303
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2954 over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2954 over Big Sandy Creek in Robertson County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 303 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 680 by 2033. The structure is 71 ft (21.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 2954
CrossesBig Sandy Creek
Location5.0 MI E of SH 14
RouteState Highway 2954
StateTexas
Coordinates31.19775, -96.6021
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length71 ft (21.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic303 (2023)
Projected traffic680 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 2954 over Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2954 over Big Sandy 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 2954 over Big Sandy Creek carry?

About 303 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 2954 over Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 71 ft (21.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns FM 2954 over Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.