US Bridges

FM 247 over Parker Creek

Fair

Walker County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of FM 980 · Structure no. 172360057802006

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,873
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 247 over Parker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 247 over Parker Creek in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 77 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 7,873 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,022 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 247
CrossesParker Creek
Location0.1 MI S of FM 980
RouteState Highway 247
CountyWalker County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.75247, -95.54954
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,873 (2020)
Projected traffic11,022 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 247 over Parker Creek built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is FM 247 over Parker 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 247 over Parker Creek carry?

About 7,873 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 247 over Parker Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 247 over Parker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.