FM 839 over South Mush Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 9.6 MI S of US 79 · Structure no. 102010054505025
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 391
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 839 over South Mush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 839 over South Mush Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 391 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 547 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 839 over South Mush Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 839 over South Mush Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 839 over South Mush Creek carry?
About 391 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 839 over South Mush Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 839 over South Mush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.