FM 980 over Little School Branch
FairWalker County, Texas · 2.05 MI W of FM 3478 · Structure no. 172360075602002
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,811
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 980 over Little School Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 980 over Little School Branch in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1993, 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 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 1,811 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,420 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 980 over Little School Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is FM 980 over Little School Branch 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 980 over Little School Branch carry?
About 1,811 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 980 over Little School Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 980 over Little School Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.