FM 1157 over Carancahua Creek
GoodJackson County, Texas · 6.6 MI E of SH 172 · Structure no. 131210130701009
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 252
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1157 over Carancahua Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1157 over Carancahua Creek in Jackson County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 252 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2033. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 1157 over Carancahua Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1157 over Carancahua 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1157 over Carancahua Creek carry?
About 252 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is FM 1157 over Carancahua Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1157 over Carancahua Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.