FM 1053 over Pecos River
GoodCrane County, Texas · 5.40 MI S of SH 329 · Structure no. 060520086603002
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 252 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,590
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1053 over Pecos River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1053 over Pecos River in Crane County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 86 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 1,590 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,463 by 2042. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1053 over Pecos River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is FM 1053 over Pecos River 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does FM 1053 over Pecos River carry?
About 1,590 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is FM 1053 over Pecos River?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1053 over Pecos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.