US Bridges

FM 775 over Sandpit Creek

Fair

Wilson County, Texas · 1.55 MI NE of US 181 · Structure no. 152470344001005

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,621
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 775 over Sandpit Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 775 over Sandpit Creek in Wilson County, Texas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,621 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,982 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 775
CrossesSandpit Creek
Location1.55 MI NE of US 181
RouteState Highway 775
CountyWilson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.23957, -98.2244
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,621 (2023)
Projected traffic7,982 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 775 over Sandpit Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 775 over Sandpit Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 775 over Sandpit Creek carry?

About 5,621 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 775 over Sandpit Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 775 over Sandpit Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.