FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou
GoodBowie County, Texas · 2.60 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 190190094501011
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 393
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 393 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 580 by 2033. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou 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 1397 over Mckinney Bayou carry?
About 393 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1397 over Mckinney Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.