FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck
PoorPosted for loadDonley County, Texas · 4.75MI S of US287 · Structure no. 250650079503008
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck in Donley County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 340 by 2033. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1260 over East Lelia Lake Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.