US Bridges

FM 592 over Sweetwater Creek

Good

Wheeler County, Texas · 2.05 MI N of SH 152 · Structure no. 252420076105067

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
225 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,700
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 592 over Sweetwater Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 592 over Sweetwater Creek in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2032. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesFM 592
CrossesSweetwater Creek
Location2.05 MI N of SH 152
RouteState Highway 592
StateTexas
Coordinates35.4732, -100.12086
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to 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

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length225 ft (68.6 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,700 (2012)
Projected traffic7,100 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 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 592 over Sweetwater Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 592 over Sweetwater 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does FM 592 over Sweetwater Creek carry?

About 3,700 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 592 over Sweetwater Creek?

The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 592 over Sweetwater Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.