US Bridges

FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork)

Fair

Wood County, Texas · 3.75 MI E of SH 154 · Structure no. 102500240901006

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
691
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork) in Wood County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older 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 691 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2033. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2966
CrossesRunning Crk (lake Fork)
Location3.75 MI E of SH 154
RouteState Highway 2966
CountyWood County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.93869, -95.51364
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic691 (2020)
Projected traffic700 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork) built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork) 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork) carry?

About 691 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork)?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2966 over Running Crk (lake Fork)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.