US Bridges

FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek

Good

Karnes County, Texas · 1.2 MI SW of US 181 · Structure no. 161290129403002

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
662
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek in Karnes County, Texas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 662 vehicles a day, roughly 48% of them trucks, projected to reach 924 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1353
CrossesTrib of Escondido Creek
Location1.2 MI SW of US 181
RouteState Highway 1353
StateTexas
Coordinates28.85776, -97.91183
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJune 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic662 (2022)
Projected traffic924 by 2042
Trucks48%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido 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 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek carry?

About 662 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 48% are trucks.

How long is FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1353 over Trib of Escondido Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.