FM 577 over Ralston Creek
GoodWashington County, Texas · 1.0 MI NW of US 290 · Structure no. 172390244701004
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,028
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 577 over Ralston Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 577 over Ralston Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 6,028 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,820 by 2033. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 577 over Ralston Creek built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 577 over Ralston Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 577 over Ralston Creek carry?
About 6,028 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 577 over Ralston Creek?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns FM 577 over Ralston Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.