FM 1716 over Mud Creek
GoodRusk County, Texas · 1.60 MI NW of FM 1797 · Structure no. 102010194001002
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,324
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1716 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1716 over Mud Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,324 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,854 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1716 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1716 over Mud 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1716 over Mud Creek carry?
About 1,324 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1716 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1716 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.