US Bridges

FM 338 over House Creek

Good

Collingsworth County, Texas · 1.50 MI W of US 83 · Structure no. 250440023003014

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,660
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 338 over House Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 338 over House Creek in Collingsworth County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 76 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 1,660 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,320 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 338
CrossesHouse Creek
Location1.50 MI W of US 83
RouteState Highway 338
StateTexas
Coordinates34.84909, -100.23096
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,660 (2013)
Projected traffic2,320 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 338 over House Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is FM 338 over House 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 338 over House Creek carry?

About 1,660 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is FM 338 over House Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 338 over House Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.