US Bridges

FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief

Good

Hardin County, Texas · 0.30 MI N of FM 770 · Structure no. 201010081102006

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
539
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1951, 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 539 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 1003
CrossesSteep Bank Creek Relief
Location0.30 MI N of FM 770
RouteState Highway 1003
StateTexas
Coordinates30.33573, -94.41935
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic539 (2024)
Projected traffic600 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief built?

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

What condition is FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief carry?

About 539 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1003 over Steep Bank Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.