US Bridges

FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief

Good

Jim Wells County, Texas · 1.7 MI E of Bus 281 · Structure no. 161260333901005

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,424
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,424 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,794 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 3376
CrossesChiltipin Creek Relief
Location1.7 MI E of Bus 281
RouteState Highway 3376
StateTexas
Coordinates27.78538, -98.05898
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,424 (2022)
Projected traffic4,794 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief 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 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief carry?

About 3,424 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3376 over Chiltipin Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.