US Bridges

FM 1875 over Snake Creek

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 4.35 MI SE of US 90A · Structure no. 120800052705008

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,705
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1875 over Snake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1875 over Snake Creek in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 72 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 1,705 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,025 by 2038. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1875
CrossesSnake Creek
Location4.35 MI SE of US 90A
RouteState Highway 1875
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.50294, -95.94358
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,705 (2020)
Projected traffic2,025 by 2038
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1875 over Snake Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is FM 1875 over Snake 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1875 over Snake Creek carry?

About 1,705 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is FM 1875 over Snake Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1875 over Snake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.