US Bridges

FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek

Good

Ellis County, Texas · 2.5 MI SE of US 287 · Structure no. 180710131701002

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
544
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 73 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 544 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 990 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 1183
CrossesS Branch Cummins Creek
Location2.5 MI SE of US 287
RouteState Highway 1183
StateTexas
Coordinates32.26856, -96.57785
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic544 (2014)
Projected traffic990 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek carry?

About 544 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1183 over S Branch Cummins Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.