US Bridges

FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply

Good

Jasper County, Texas · 6.7 MI SW of FM 105 · Structure no. 201220078403015

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
969
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply in Jasper County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 969 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,280 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 1131
CrossesBeaumont Water Supply
Location6.7 MI SW of FM 105
RouteState Highway 1131
StateTexas
Coordinates30.25468, -94.0947
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 inspectionMarch 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic969 (2022)
Projected traffic1,280 by 2033
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply carry?

About 969 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1131 over Beaumont Water Supply?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.