US Bridges

FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou

Good

Hardin County, Texas · 0.10 MI NE of FM 787 · Structure no. 201010194701001

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,127
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou in Hardin County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,127 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

CarriesFM 1293
CrossesLittle Pine Island Bayou
Location0.10 MI NE of FM 787
RouteState Highway 1293
StateTexas
Coordinates30.40112, -94.63398
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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 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 spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,127 (2022)
Projected traffic1,710 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou 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 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou carry?

About 1,127 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1293 over Little Pine Island Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.