FM 840 over Barnhart Creek
GoodRusk County, Texas · 3.7 MI SE of Lp 153 · Structure no. 102010059202008
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,632
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 840 over Barnhart Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 840 over Barnhart Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 2,632 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,440 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 840 over Barnhart Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 840 over Barnhart 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 840 over Barnhart Creek carry?
About 2,632 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 840 over Barnhart Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 840 over Barnhart Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.