US Bridges

FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.95 MI SW of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150189001008

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,046
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 16,046 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,480 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 1976
CrossesSalatrillo Creek
Location0.95 MI SW of Lp 1604
RouteState Highway 1976
StateTexas
Coordinates29.52308, -98.31234
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionAugust 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 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 traffic16,046 (2022)
Projected traffic9,480 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1976 over Salatrillo 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek carry?

About 16,046 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1976 over Salatrillo Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.