US Bridges

FM 1745 over Russell Creek

Fair

Tyler County, Texas · 2.60 MI E of US 287 · Structure no. 202290158401002

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1981
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
381
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1745 over Russell Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying FM 1745 over Russell Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1981, so it is 71 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 381 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2033. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 36 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1745
CrossesRussell Creek
Location2.60 MI E of US 287
RouteState Highway 1745
StateTexas
Coordinates30.9573, -94.5779
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic381 (2022)
Projected traffic780 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 1745 over Russell Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1981.

What condition is FM 1745 over Russell 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1745 over Russell Creek carry?

About 381 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 1745 over Russell Creek?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1745 over Russell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.