FM 1291 over Shaw Creek
GoodFayette County, Texas · 5.82 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 130760126501003
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 740
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1291 over Shaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1291 over Shaw Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 69 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 740 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 910 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 Shaw Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is FM 1291 over Shaw 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1291 over Shaw Creek carry?
About 740 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1291 over Shaw Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1291 over Shaw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.