FM 1447 over Irish Creek
GoodDeWitt County, Texas · 5.72 MI East of US 183 · Structure no. 130620111302006
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,057
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1447 over Irish Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1447 over Irish Creek in DeWitt County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,057 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1447 over Irish Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1447 over Irish 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1447 over Irish Creek carry?
About 1,057 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is FM 1447 over Irish Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1447 over Irish Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.