US Bridges

FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch

Good

Walker County, Texas · 2.1 MI SW of IH 45 · Structure no. 172360170601014

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,608
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch in Walker County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 3,608 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,303 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 1791
CrossesMcgary Creek Branch
Location2.1 MI SW of IH 45
RouteState Highway 1791
StateTexas
Coordinates30.71125, -95.60886
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,608 (2020)
Projected traffic4,303 by 2039
Trucks5%
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 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch carry?

About 3,608 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 1791 over Mcgary Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.