US Bridges

FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch

Good

Comanche County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of US 67 · Structure no. 230470210705008

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
372
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch in Comanche County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 372 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 3381
CrossesIndian Creek Branch
Location0.80 MI E of US 67
RouteState Highway 3381
StateTexas
Coordinates31.90765, -98.54761
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic372 (2020)
Projected traffic450 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 3381 over Indian Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch carry?

About 372 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3381 over Indian Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.