US Bridges

FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.34 MI S of FM 2410 · Structure no. 090140340901002

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
15,194
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 15,194 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,272 by 2042. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 3481
CrossesTrib Trimmier Creek
Location0.34 MI S of FM 2410
RouteState Highway 3481
StateTexas
Coordinates31.05148, -97.65558
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionDecember 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
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,194 (2023)
Projected traffic21,272 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$392,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek carry?

About 15,194 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 3481 over Trib Trimmier Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.