US Bridges

FM 318 over Kelley Creek

Good

Lavaca County, Texas · 2.80 MI NE of SH 111 · Structure no. 131430169601002

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
80 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,172
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 318 over Kelley Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 318 over Kelley Creek in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 95 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 2,172 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,650 by 2033. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 318
CrossesKelley Creek
Location2.80 MI NE of SH 111
RouteState Highway 318
CountyLavaca County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.30919, -97.1048
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,172 (2020)
Projected traffic3,650 by 2033
Trucks12%
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 318 over Kelley Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is FM 318 over Kelley 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 318 over Kelley Creek carry?

About 2,172 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 318 over Kelley Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 318 over Kelley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.