US Bridges

FM 738 over Quinta Creek

Good

Jim Wells County, Texas · 2.9 MI S of FM 534 · Structure no. 161260108701012

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,473
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 738 over Quinta Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 738 over Quinta Creek in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,473 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,690 by 2030. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 738
CrossesQuinta Creek
Location2.9 MI S of FM 534
RouteState Highway 738
StateTexas
Coordinates27.97544, -97.93807
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,473 (2020)
Projected traffic3,690 by 2030
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 738 over Quinta Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 738 over Quinta 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 738 over Quinta Creek carry?

About 2,473 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 738 over Quinta Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 738 over Quinta Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.