US Bridges

FM 3006 over Galvan Creek

Good

Atascosa County, Texas · 0.85 MI NE of US 281 · Structure no. 150070310501001

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
167 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,695
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3006 over Galvan Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3006 over Galvan Creek in Atascosa County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,695 vehicles a day, roughly 46% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,490 by 2033. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 3006
CrossesGalvan Creek
Location0.85 MI NE of US 281
RouteState Highway 3006
StateTexas
Coordinates29.01927, -98.46624
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,695 (2020)
Projected traffic3,490 by 2033
Trucks46%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 3006 over Galvan Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3006 over Galvan Creek 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 3006 over Galvan Creek carry?

About 1,695 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 46% are trucks.

How long is FM 3006 over Galvan Creek?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3006 over Galvan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.