FM 609 over Buckners Creek

Fair Condition73 years old3,617 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyFayette
Location3.15 Mi SW Of Bu 71e
CarriesFM 609
CrossesBuckners Creek
Coordinates29.86599, -96.93301

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length359.9 ft (109.7 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area1535.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1953 (reconstructed 1994)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,617 (2020)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number130760026703020

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