US Bridges

FM 779 over Turman Branch

Good

Wood County, Texas · 0.5 MI W of SH 37 · Structure no. 102500111101002

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,014
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 779 over Turman Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 779 over Turman Branch 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 1,014 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 779
CrossesTurman Branch
Location0.5 MI W of SH 37
RouteState Highway 779
StateTexas
Coordinates32.75871, -95.47587
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable 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 width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,014 (2020)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 779 over Turman Branch built?

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

What condition is FM 779 over Turman 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 779 over Turman Branch carry?

About 1,014 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 779 over Turman Branch?

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

Who owns FM 779 over Turman Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.