US Bridges

FM 1963 over Salt Creek

Good

Falls County, Texas · 0.60 MI SW of US 77 · Structure no. 090740020904064

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
750
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1963 over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1963 over Salt Creek in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,040 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1963
CrossesSalt Creek
Location0.60 MI SW of US 77
RouteState Highway 1963
CountyFalls County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.06926, -96.98747
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic750 (2020)
Projected traffic1,040 by 2033
Trucks21%
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1963 over Salt Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1963 over Salt 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does FM 1963 over Salt Creek carry?

About 750 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FM 1963 over Salt Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1963 over Salt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.