US Bridges

FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1

Fair

Henderson County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of SH 31 · Structure no. 101080055902014

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
240 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
6,888
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1 is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1 in Henderson County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 6,888 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,540 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 315
CrossesKickapoo Creek Relief #1
Location2.2 MI S of SH 31
RouteState Highway 315
CountyHenderson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.27893, -95.49353
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,888 (2020)
Projected traffic9,540 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1 carry?

About 6,888 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 315 over Kickapoo Creek Relief #1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.