US Bridges

FM 1286 over Rock Creek

Good

Baylor County, Texas · 1.4 MI S of SH 114 · Structure no. 030120286101001

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
239
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1286 over Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1286 over Rock Creek in Baylor County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 239 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 335 by 2040. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 1286
CrossesRock Creek
Location1.4 MI S of SH 114
RouteState Highway 1286
StateTexas
Coordinates33.56048, -99.24309
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic239 (2020)
Projected traffic335 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 1286 over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1286 over Rock 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1286 over Rock Creek carry?

About 239 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 1286 over Rock Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1286 over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.