US Bridges

FM 1725 over Rocky Branch

Fair

San Jacinto County, Texas · 2.5 MI NW of Liberty C/L · Structure no. 112040158201001

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,081
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1725 over Rocky Branch is a concrete slab carrying FM 1725 over Rocky Branch in San Jacinto County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 5 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 2,081 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1725
CrossesRocky Branch
Location2.5 MI NW of Liberty C/L
RouteState Highway 1725
CountySan Jacinto County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.39164, -95.1574
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,081 (2020)
Projected traffic2,800 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1725 over Rocky Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1725 over Rocky Branch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1725 over Rocky Branch carry?

About 2,081 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 1725 over Rocky Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1725 over Rocky Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.