FM 979 over Jones Creek

Good Condition64 years old254 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyMilam
Location4.80 Mi N Of FM 485
CarriesFM 979
CrossesJones Creek
Coordinates30.95938, -96.85232

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Max Span8.9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck Width41.3 ft (12.6 m)
Deck Area114.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1962

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic254 (2023)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number171660121003006

Nearby Bridges

FM 979 over Hart Creek 1.3 mi Fair CR 273 over Little Pond Creek 2.8 mi Fair CR 267 over Little Pond Creek 2.9 mi Good FM 979 over Maysfield Creek 3.0 mi Good CR 270 E over Pond Creek Tributary 3.3 mi Fair CR 258 over Hart Creek 3.6 mi Good FM 1445 over Little Pond Creek Slough 3.7 mi Fair FM 1445 over Little Pond Creek 3.8 mi Good FM 485 over Maysfield Creek 4.2 mi Fair FM 1444 over Vogelsang Creek 4.4 mi Good