FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch
GoodWashington County, Texas · 0.3 MI E of Bus 36 · Structure no. 172390244701003
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,599
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 4,599 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,610 by 2033. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 577 over Sandy 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch carry?
About 4,599 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns FM 577 over Sandy Creek Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.