US Bridges

FM 1398 over Barkman Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 2.30 MI N of IH 30 · Structure no. 190190156901005

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
293
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1398 over Barkman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1398 over Barkman Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 293 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2033. The structure is 74 ft (22.5 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 1398
CrossesBarkman Creek
Location2.30 MI N of IH 30
RouteState Highway 1398
StateTexas
Coordinates33.49614, -94.22835
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: 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 spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length74 ft (22.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic293 (2023)
Projected traffic410 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 over Barkman Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1398 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1398 over Barkman Creek carry?

About 293 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 1398 over Barkman Creek?

The structure is 74 ft (22.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1398 over Barkman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.