US Bridges

FM 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek

Good

Comal County, Texas · 2.4 Miles North of FM1102 · Structure no. 150460172802087

Built
1969
56 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
19,428
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek in Comal County, Texas. It was built in 1969 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 56 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 19,428 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1 by 1900. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 306
CrossesTrib to Alligator Creek
Location2.4 Miles North of FM1102
RouteState Highway 306
StateTexas
Coordinates29.77153, -98.10476
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,428 (2020)
Projected traffic1 by 1900
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is FM 306 over Trib to Alligator 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek carry?

About 19,428 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 306 over Trib to Alligator Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.