US Bridges

FM 195 over Gibson Creek

Good

Lamar County, Texas · 2.0 MI NE of US 82 · Structure no. 011390073002016

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,537
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 195 over Gibson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 195 over Gibson Creek in Lamar County, Texas. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 71 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 4,537 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,170 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 195
CrossesGibson Creek
Location2.0 MI NE of US 82
RouteState Highway 195
StateTexas
Coordinates33.69591, -95.50013
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,537 (2019)
Projected traffic6,170 by 2039
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 195 over Gibson Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is FM 195 over Gibson 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 195 over Gibson Creek carry?

About 4,537 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is FM 195 over Gibson Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 195 over Gibson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.