FM 1117 over Sandies Creek
GoodGuadalupe County, Texas · 1.0 MI N of Gonzales C/L · Structure no. 150950021605027
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 885
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1117 over Sandies Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1117 over Sandies Creek in Guadalupe County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 55 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 885 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2031. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1117 over Sandies Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is FM 1117 over Sandies 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1117 over Sandies Creek carry?
About 885 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 1117 over Sandies Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1117 over Sandies Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.