US Bridges

FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 471 · Structure no. 150150223001004

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
14,195
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 14,195 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,280 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1560
CrossesTributary of Culebra Crk
Location0.2 MI N of FM 471
RouteState Highway 1560
StateTexas
Coordinates29.50568, -98.72657
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,195 (2015)
Projected traffic19,280 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk 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 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk carry?

About 14,195 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1560 over Tributary of Culebra Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.