US Bridges

FM 1853 over Battle Creek

GoodPosted for load

Stephens County, Texas · 2.4 MI S of FM 576 · Structure no. 232150178201002

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
115 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1853 over Battle Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 1853 over Battle Creek in Stephens County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1853
CrossesBattle Creek
Location2.4 MI S of FM 576
RouteState Highway 1853
CountyStephens County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.61483, -99.05618
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadH 10
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic140 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1853 over Battle Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1853 over Battle 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1853 over Battle Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 1853 over Battle Creek?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1853 over Battle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.