FM 1971 over Caney Creek
FairRusk County, Texas · 3.15 MI S of US 84 · Structure no. 102010189402007
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 352
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1971 over Caney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1971 over Caney 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 352 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1971 over Caney Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1971 over Caney 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 1971 over Caney Creek carry?
About 352 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 1971 over Caney Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1971 over Caney Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.