FM 318 over Clarks Creek
GoodLavaca County, Texas · 1.40 MI SW of FM 531 · Structure no. 131430169601003
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 594
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 318 over Clarks Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 318 over Clarks Creek in Lavaca County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 594 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 860 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. 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 | 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 318 over Clarks Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 318 over Clarks 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 Clarks Creek carry?
About 594 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 318 over Clarks Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 318 over Clarks Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.