US Bridges

FM 1398 West over Barkman Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 1.60 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 190190138101005

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
97 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
409
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1398 West over Barkman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1398 West over Barkman Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 409 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 1398 West
CrossesBarkman Creek
Location1.60 MI N of IH 30
RouteState Highway 1398
StateTexas
Coordinates33.499, -94.25882
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length97 ft (29.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic409 (2022)
Projected traffic590 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
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 1398 West over Barkman Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1398 West over Barkman 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1398 West over Barkman Creek carry?

About 409 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 1398 West over Barkman Creek?

The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1398 West over Barkman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.