FM 356 over Mill Creek
FairTrinity County, Texas · 1.40 MI SE of FM 355 · Structure no. 112280047509095
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,791
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 356 over Mill Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 356 over Mill Creek in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,791 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,470 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 356 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 356 over Mill 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 356 over Mill Creek carry?
About 1,791 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 356 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 356 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.