FM 1387 over N Prong Creek
GoodEllis County, Texas · 3.90 MI E of US 67 Bu · Structure no. 180710139402005
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,574
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1387 over N Prong Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1387 over N Prong Creek in Ellis County, Texas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 10,574 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,520 by 2033. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 1387 over N Prong Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1387 over N Prong 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 1387 over N Prong Creek carry?
About 10,574 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1387 over N Prong Creek?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1387 over N Prong Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.