US Bridges

FM 228 over San Pedro Creek

Good

Houston County, Texas · 2.60 MI E of US 287 · Structure no. 111140063503011

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,090
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 228 over San Pedro Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 228 over San Pedro Creek in Houston County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 1,090 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,530 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 228
CrossesSan Pedro Creek
Location2.60 MI E of US 287
RouteState Highway 228
StateTexas
Coordinates31.52337, -95.44192
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,090 (2013)
Projected traffic1,530 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 228 over San Pedro Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 228 over San Pedro 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 228 over San Pedro Creek carry?

About 1,090 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 228 over San Pedro Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 228 over San Pedro Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.