US Bridges

FM 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6

Fair

Denton County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of FM 428W · Structure no. 180610131501002

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,607
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6 is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6 in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5 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 7,607 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,020 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 1385
CrossesLittle Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6
Location1.20 MI S of FM 428W
RouteState Highway 1385
StateTexas
Coordinates33.27786, -96.89291
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,607 (2022)
Projected traffic13,020 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6 built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6 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 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6 carry?

About 7,607 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1385 over Little Elm Ck TRIBUTARY6?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.