FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek
GoodTravis County, Texas · 5.10 MI N of US 290 · Structure no. 142270120002022
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 79 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,741
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 5,741 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,850 by 2033. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 973 over Cottonwood 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 5,741 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FM 973 over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.