FM 253 over Nichols Creek

Fair Condition61 years old399 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyNewton
Location1.15 Mi E Of SH 87
CarriesFM 253
CrossesNichols Creek
Coordinates30.42284, -93.78460

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length424.9 ft (129.5 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width25.6 ft (7.8 m)
Deck Area1010.1 sq m
Main Spans14
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic399 (2022)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number201760094702013

Nearby Bridges

FM 253 over Draw 2.2 mi Good FM 253 over Draw 2.3 mi Good SH 87 over Nichols Creek 3.6 mi Fair SH 87 over Nichols Creek Relief 3.8 mi Fair CR 3114 over Cypress Creek 4.9 mi Good