US Bridges

FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1

Fair

Gonzales County, Texas · 16.08 MI S of JCT ST 97 · Structure no. 130900057304021

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
740
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1 is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1 in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 740 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1116
CrossesSandies Creek Rel #1
Location16.08 MI S of JCT ST 97
RouteState Highway 1116
CountyGonzales County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.26134, -97.55719
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic740 (2020)
Projected traffic1,710 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1 built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1 carry?

About 740 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1116 over Sandies Creek Rel #1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.