US Bridges

FM 969 over Decker Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 3.30 MI E of FM 973 · Structure no. 142270118601007

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,730
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 969 over Decker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 969 over Decker Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 70 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 5,730 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,120 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 969
CrossesDecker Creek
Location3.30 MI E of FM 973
RouteState Highway 969
CountyTravis County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.24907, -97.56075
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,730 (2020)
Projected traffic10,120 by 2033
Trucks11%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 969 over Decker Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is FM 969 over Decker 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 969 over Decker Creek carry?

About 5,730 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 969 over Decker Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 969 over Decker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.