FM 944 over Beef Creek
GoodSabine County, Texas · 4.80 MI SE of SH 87 · Structure no. 112020069402024
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 105
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 944 over Beef Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 944 over Beef Creek in Sabine 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 105 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 147 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 944 over Beef Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 944 over Beef 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 2024.
How much traffic does FM 944 over Beef Creek carry?
About 105 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 944 over Beef Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns FM 944 over Beef Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.