FM 852 over Williams Branch
GoodUpshur County, Texas · 3.35 MI W of FM 556 · Structure no. 192300064003013
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 469
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 852 over Williams Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 852 over Williams Branch in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 469 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 610 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 852 over Williams Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 852 over Williams Branch 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 852 over Williams Branch carry?
About 469 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 852 over Williams Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 852 over Williams Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.