FM 549 over Long Branch Creek
GoodRockwall County, Texas · 0.35 MI E of SH 205 · Structure no. 181990101501001
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,518
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 549 over Long Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 549 over Long Branch Creek in Rockwall County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 77 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 8,518 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,430 by 2037. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 549 over Long Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is FM 549 over Long Branch 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 549 over Long Branch Creek carry?
About 8,518 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FM 549 over Long Branch Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 549 over Long Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.