FM 971 over Weir Branch
GoodWilliamson County, Texas · 9.70 MI W of SH 95 · Structure no. 142460269001009
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,889
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 971 over Weir Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 971 over Weir Branch in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 56 years old, older 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 1,889 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,645 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 51 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 971 over Weir Branch built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is FM 971 over Weir 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 2023.
How much traffic does FM 971 over Weir Branch carry?
About 1,889 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is FM 971 over Weir Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns FM 971 over Weir Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.