FM 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk
GoodFayette County, Texas · 4.81 MI S of FM 2145 · Structure no. 130760126501001
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 588
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 74 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 588 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 850 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 41 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 | 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 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is FM 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk 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 Branch Spencer Pool Crk carry?
About 588 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1291 over Branch Spencer Pool Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.