US Bridges

FM 92 over Rush Creek

Good

Tyler County, Texas · 1.00 MI S of US 190 · Structure no. 202290070301018

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,247
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 92 over Rush Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 92 over Rush Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,247 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,146 by 2042. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesFM 92
CrossesRush Creek
Location1.00 MI S of US 190
RouteState Highway 92
StateTexas
Coordinates30.83657, -94.22602
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,247 (2022)
Projected traffic3,146 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 92 over Rush Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 92 over Rush 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 92 over Rush Creek carry?

About 2,247 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 92 over Rush Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 92 over Rush Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.