US Bridges

FM 1897 over Corneliason Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of US 69 · Structure no. 010920072803004

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,914
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1897 over Corneliason Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1897 over Corneliason Creek in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 71 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 2,914 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,500 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.

CarriesFM 1897
CrossesCorneliason Creek
Location0.2 MI N of US 69
RouteState Highway 1897
StateTexas
Coordinates33.61933, -96.41069
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,914 (2020)
Projected traffic3,500 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 1897 over Corneliason Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is FM 1897 over Corneliason 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1897 over Corneliason Creek carry?

About 2,914 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is FM 1897 over Corneliason Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1897 over Corneliason Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.