US Bridges

FM 1961 over Milby Creek

Good

Goliad County, Texas · 4.9 MI SE of US 183 · Structure no. 160890184301006

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
197
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1961 over Milby Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 1961 over Milby Creek in Goliad County, Texas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 197 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 1961
CrossesMilby Creek
Location4.9 MI SE of US 183
RouteState Highway 1961
StateTexas
Coordinates28.83757, -97.31076
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic197 (2020)
Projected traffic350 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1961 over Milby Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1961 over Milby 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1961 over Milby Creek carry?

About 197 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1961 over Milby Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1961 over Milby Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.