US Bridges

FM 1840 over Rice Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 1.40 MI E of SH 98 · Structure no. 190190033001009

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,728
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1840 over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1840 over Rice Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,728 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,230 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1840
CrossesRice Creek
Location1.40 MI E of SH 98
RouteState Highway 1840
StateTexas
Coordinates33.43611, -94.44898
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,728 (2023)
Projected traffic2,230 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
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 1840 over Rice Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1840 over Rice 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1840 over Rice Creek carry?

About 1,728 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 1840 over Rice Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1840 over Rice Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.