FM 485 over Polecat Creek

Good Condition70 years old3,482 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMilam
Location7.70 Mi E Of FM 979
CarriesFM 485
CrossesPolecat Creek
Coordinates30.88469, -96.76346

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Max Span7.9 ft (2.4 m)
Deck Area97.4 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,482 (2023)
Truck Traffic22%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number171660026202042

Nearby Bridges

FM 485 over Mcloughlin Creek 0.1 mi Good CR 255 over Mc Laughlin Creek 1.9 mi Fair FM 485 over Tyson Creek 1.9 mi Good FM 485 over Smith Branch 3.1 mi Good CR 255 Lp over Hart Creek 3.5 mi Fair FM 485 over Hart Creek 3.7 mi Fair CR 258 over Hart Creek 4.1 mi Good CR 264 over Little River 4.2 mi Good FM 485 over Brazos River 4.3 mi Fair Wildcat Bridge RD over Little Brazos River 4.5 mi Fair