US Bridges

FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR

PoorPosted for load

Van Zandt County, Texas · 1.95 MI E of SH 19 · Structure no. 102340117202002

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
905
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR in Van Zandt County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 905 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,030 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 858
CrossesKickapoo Crk TR
Location1.95 MI E of SH 19
RouteState Highway 858
CountyVan Zandt County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.41607, -95.82033
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 10
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic905 (2023)
Projected traffic1,030 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$10,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR carry?

About 905 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 858 over Kickapoo Crk TR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.