US Bridges

FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek

Good

San Saba County, Texas · 1.74 MI N of FM 500 · Structure no. 232060048008112

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
602 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
901
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek in San Saba County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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 901 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 45
CrossesWilbarger Creek
Location1.74 MI N of FM 500
RouteState Highway 45
CountySan Saba County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.4039, -98.94521
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length602 ft (183.5 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic901 (2019)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 45 over Wilbarger 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek carry?

About 901 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek?

The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 45 over Wilbarger Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.