FM 947 over Ship Creek
GoodShelby County, Texas · 1.60 MI NE of US 59 · Structure no. 112100119501003
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 381
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 947 over Ship Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 947 over Ship Creek in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 381 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 638 by 2040. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 947 over Ship Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 947 over Ship 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 947 over Ship Creek carry?
About 381 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 947 over Ship Creek?
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 947 over Ship Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.