US Bridges

FM 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer)

Good

Upshur County, Texas · 3.00 MI NW of SH 154 · Structure no. 192300064003030

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
300 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,218
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer) in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,218 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,430 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 852
CrossesKelsey Crk (lake Gilmer)
Location3.00 MI NW of SH 154
RouteState Highway 852
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75541, -95.01036
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,218 (2023)
Projected traffic1,430 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer) built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer) 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 Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer) carry?

About 1,218 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer)?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 852 over Kelsey Crk (lake Gilmer)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.