FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek
FairBrazoria County, Texas · 0.80 MI W of SH 36 · Structure no. 120200141202013
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,956
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek in Brazoria County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 71 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,956 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,650 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek carry?
About 2,956 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.2 m).
Who owns FM 1301 over Little Bell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.