FM 1557 over Town Creek
GoodDimmit County, Texas · 0.32 MI NW of FM 190 · Structure no. 220640148401001
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 478
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1557 over Town Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1557 over Town Creek in Dimmit County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 478 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,580 by 2033. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1557 over Town Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1557 over Town 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1557 over Town Creek carry?
About 478 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is FM 1557 over Town Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1557 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.