US Bridges

FM 1560 over Tributary of French Crk

Good

Bexar County, Texas · 1.1 MI W of Lp 1604 · Structure no. 150150223001010

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
80 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
10,886
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1560 over Tributary of French Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1560 over Tributary of French Crk in Bexar County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 10,886 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,820 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 80 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1560
CrossesTributary of French Crk
Location1.1 MI W of Lp 1604
RouteState Highway 1560
StateTexas
Coordinates29.56972, -98.66918
Functional classUrban 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 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 geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,886 (2020)
Projected traffic17,820 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
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 French Crk built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

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

About 10,886 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 1560 over Tributary of French Crk?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1560 over Tributary of French Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.