US Bridges

FM 1117 over Nose Creek

Good

Gonzales County, Texas · 7.62 MI S Guadalupe C/L · Structure no. 130900021604006

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 2007
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
1,075
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1117 over Nose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1117 over Nose Creek in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 74 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 1,075 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,550 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 1117
CrossesNose Creek
Location7.62 MI S Guadalupe C/L
RouteState Highway 1117
StateTexas
Coordinates29.3031, -97.7694
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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,075 (2020)
Projected traffic1,550 by 2040
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 1117 over Nose Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.

What condition is FM 1117 over Nose 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1117 over Nose Creek carry?

About 1,075 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is FM 1117 over Nose Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1117 over Nose Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.