US Bridges

FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow

Good

Atascosa County, Texas · 0.30 MI SE of Lp 282 · Structure no. 150070085305004

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
6,661
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,661 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,380 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 3498
CrossesRutledge Hollow
Location0.30 MI SE of Lp 282
RouteState Highway 3498
CountyAtascosa County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.04294, -98.57294
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,661 (2020)
Projected traffic8,380 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow carry?

About 6,661 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3498 over Rutledge Hollow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.