US Bridges

FM 707 over Buttonwillow Creek

Good

Taylor County, Texas · 1.55 MI E of FM 89 · Structure no. 082210066301007

Built
1942
83 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
6,005
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 707 over Buttonwillow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 707 over Buttonwillow 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 6,005 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,010 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 707
CrossesButtonwillow Creek
Location1.55 MI E of FM 89
RouteState Highway 707
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.35196, -99.75913
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadH 15
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,005 (2020)
Projected traffic7,010 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 Buttonwillow 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 Buttonwillow 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 Buttonwillow Creek carry?

About 6,005 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 707 over Buttonwillow Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FM 707 over Buttonwillow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.