US Bridges

FM 1888 over Falls Creek

Good

Blanco County, Texas · 3.0 MI W of FM 1623 · Structure no. 140160292903003

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,236
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1888 over Falls Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1888 over Falls Creek in Blanco 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 1,236 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 850 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 30 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1888
CrossesFalls Creek
Location3.0 MI W of FM 1623
RouteState Highway 1888
StateTexas
Coordinates30.10374, -98.55173
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,236 (2020)
Projected traffic850 by 2033
Trucks19%
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 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 1888 over Falls Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 1888 over Falls 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1888 over Falls Creek carry?

About 1,236 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 1888 over Falls Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1888 over Falls Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.