US Bridges

FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.55 MI S of Jones C/L · Structure no. 082210067702007

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,610
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 73 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,610 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,030 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 707
CrossesBull Wagon Creek
Location1.55 MI S of Jones C/L
RouteState Highway 707
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.49893, -99.88476
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum 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 spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,610 (2020)
Projected traffic2,030 by 2033
Trucks21%
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 Bull Wagon Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek carry?

About 1,610 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FM 707 over Bull Wagon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.