FM 1639 over Helton Creek
FairGregg County, Texas · 0.55 MI SW of SH 31 · Structure no. 100930160801005
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 634
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1639 over Helton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1639 over Helton Creek in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 634 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 980 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1639 over Helton Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1639 over Helton Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1639 over Helton Creek carry?
About 634 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1639 over Helton Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1639 over Helton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.