FM 1144 over Turkey Creek
GoodKarnes County, Texas · 1.7 MI W of US 181 · Structure no. 161290129402001
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,163
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1144 over Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1144 over Turkey Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 85 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 1,163 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,628 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1144 over Turkey Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is FM 1144 over Turkey 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 1144 over Turkey Creek carry?
About 1,163 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.
How long is FM 1144 over Turkey Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1144 over Turkey Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.