FM 49 over Glade Creek
GoodUpshur County, Texas · 1.05 MI E of FM 1002 · Structure no. 192300257701001
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 508
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 49 over Glade Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 49 over Glade Creek in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 508 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 49 over Glade Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 49 over Glade 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 49 over Glade Creek carry?
About 508 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM 49 over Glade Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 49 over Glade Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.