FM 1291 over Pool Branch
GoodFayette County, Texas · 7.03 MI S of SH 237 · Structure no. 130760110501005
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 527
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1291 over Pool Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1291 over Pool Branch in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 527 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 740 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1291 over Pool Branch built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1291 over Pool Branch 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1291 over Pool Branch carry?
About 527 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 1291 over Pool Branch?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1291 over Pool Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.