FM 1247 over Larrison Creek
GoodCherokee County, Texas · 2.55 MI S of FM 1911 · Structure no. 100370138702004
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 198
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1247 over Larrison Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1247 over Larrison Creek in Cherokee County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 198 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 277 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 1247 over Larrison Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1247 over Larrison 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1247 over Larrison Creek carry?
About 198 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1247 over Larrison Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1247 over Larrison Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.