US Bridges

FM 707 over Catclaw Creek

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 0.40 MI E of FM 89 · Structure no. 082210066301006

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,836
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 707 over Catclaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 707 over Catclaw Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 83 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 5,836 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,810 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 707
CrossesCatclaw Creek
Location0.40 MI E of FM 89
RouteState Highway 707
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.35223, -99.7793
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,836 (2020)
Projected traffic5,810 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 707 over Catclaw Creek built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is FM 707 over Catclaw 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 707 over Catclaw Creek carry?

About 5,836 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 707 over Catclaw Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns FM 707 over Catclaw Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.