FM 1798 over Cat Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 2.80 MI S of US 79 · Structure no. 102010167001004
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 602
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1798 over Cat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1798 over Cat 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 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 602 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 843 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1798 over Cat Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1798 over Cat 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 1798 over Cat Creek carry?
About 602 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is FM 1798 over Cat Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 1798 over Cat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.