FM 38 over Berger Creek
GoodLamar County, Texas · 3.4 MI N of US 82 · Structure no. 011390043501010
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 843
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 38 over Berger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 38 over Berger Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 843 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 38 over Berger Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 38 over Berger 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 38 over Berger Creek carry?
About 843 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 38 over Berger Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 38 over Berger Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.