FM 38 over Maxwell Creek
GoodLamar County, Texas · Int. of FM 38 and FM 1509 · Structure no. 011390043501026
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 902
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 38 over Maxwell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 38 over Maxwell Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 902 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,290 by 2033. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 38 over Maxwell Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 38 over Maxwell 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does FM 38 over Maxwell Creek carry?
About 902 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 38 over Maxwell Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns FM 38 over Maxwell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.