US Bridges

FM 360 over Snake Creek Tributary

Good

Fort Bend County, Texas · 0.80 MI SE of US 59 · Structure no. 120800052706005

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1961
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
2,926
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 360 over Snake Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FM 360 over Snake Creek Tributary in Fort Bend County, Texas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 90 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 2,926 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,598 by 2038. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 360
CrossesSnake Creek Tributary
Location0.80 MI SE of US 59
RouteState Highway 360
CountyFort Bend County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.47601, -95.93024
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 spans8
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span3 ft (0.9 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,926 (2020)
Projected traffic3,598 by 2038
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 360 over Snake Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.

What condition is FM 360 over Snake Creek Tributary 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 360 over Snake Creek Tributary carry?

About 2,926 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 360 over Snake Creek Tributary?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 3 ft (0.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 360 over Snake Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.