US Bridges

FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal

Fair

Scurry County, Texas · 3.0 MI W of FM 1298 · Structure no. 082080153102006

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal in Scurry County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1610
CrossesBull Crk Diversion Canal
Location3.0 MI W of FM 1298
RouteState Highway 1610
CountyScurry County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.62789, -101.17121
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic160 by 2033
Trucks39%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal 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 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.

How long is FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1610 over Bull Crk Diversion Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.