FM 1580 over Mims Creek
PoorFreestone County, Texas · 2.0 MI S of US 84 · Structure no. 170820045902008
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,009
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1580 over Mims Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1580 over Mims Creek in Freestone County, Texas. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 53 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.
It carries about 1,009 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,413 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1580 over Mims Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is FM 1580 over Mims Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1580 over Mims Creek carry?
About 1,009 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1580 over Mims Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1580 over Mims Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.