US Bridges

FM 578 over Hubbard Creek

Good

Stephens County, Texas · 5.6 MI N of US 183 · Structure no. 232150103101022

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
163
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 578 over Hubbard Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 578 over Hubbard Creek in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 163 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2030. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 578
CrossesHubbard Creek
Location5.6 MI N of US 183
RouteState Highway 578
StateTexas
Coordinates32.88647, -98.90895
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic163 (2020)
Projected traffic380 by 2030
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 578 over Hubbard Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 578 over Hubbard 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 578 over Hubbard Creek carry?

About 163 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 578 over Hubbard Creek?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 578 over Hubbard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.