FM 1034 over Sand Creek
FairChildress County, Texas · 5.132MI E JCT US83 · Structure no. 250380122501004
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,090
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1034 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1034 over Sand Creek in Childress County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,090 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,520 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1034 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1034 over Sand 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1034 over Sand Creek carry?
About 1,090 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is FM 1034 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns FM 1034 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.