US Bridges

FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR

Good

Erath County, Texas · 8.25 MI NE of US 281 · Structure no. 020730133101005

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
417
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 417 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesFM 1189
CrossesTrib of Kickapoo CR
Location8.25 MI NE of US 281
RouteState Highway 1189
StateTexas
Coordinates32.47264, -98.09646
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic417 (2020)
Projected traffic440 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR carry?

About 417 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1189 over Trib of Kickapoo CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.