US Bridges

FM 49 over Patton Creek

Good

Wood County, Texas · 0.90 MI NE of FM 778 · Structure no. 102500064701003

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,054
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 49 over Patton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 49 over Patton Creek in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,054 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,240 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesFM 49
CrossesPatton Creek
Location0.90 MI NE of FM 778
RouteState Highway 49
StateTexas
Coordinates32.72145, -95.35332
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,054 (2020)
Projected traffic1,240 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 49 over Patton Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 49 over Patton 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 49 over Patton Creek carry?

About 1,054 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 49 over Patton Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 49 over Patton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.