FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek
GoodFalls County, Texas · 0.40 MI E of SH 6 · Structure no. 090740137301001
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 287
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 2004, 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 287 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is FM 1240 over Big Sandy 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 287 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1240 over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.