US Bridges

FM 1292 over China Branch

Good

Knox County, Texas · 0.15 MI W of SH 6 · Structure no. 251380214603003

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
105
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1292 over China Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1292 over China Branch in Knox County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 105 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 33 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1292
CrossesChina Branch
Location0.15 MI W of SH 6
RouteState Highway 1292
StateTexas
Coordinates33.44515, -99.81325
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic105 (2020)
Projected traffic270 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 1292 over China Branch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1292 over China Branch 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1292 over China Branch carry?

About 105 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is FM 1292 over China Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1292 over China Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.