US Bridges

FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3

Good

Leon County, Texas · 4.8 MI N of FM 3501 · Structure no. 171450064301064

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,363
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3 is a concrete culvert carrying FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3 in Leon County, Texas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 1,363 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,060 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 39
CrossesLambs Creek Relief No 3
Location4.8 MI N of FM 3501
RouteState Highway 39
StateTexas
Coordinates31.40621, -96.22926
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic1,363 (2020)
Projected traffic3,060 by 2033
Trucks9%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3 built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3 carry?

About 1,363 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 39 over Lambs Creek Relief No 3?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.