US Bridges

FM 1245 over Christmas Creek

Good

Limestone County, Texas · 6.80 MI SE of US 84 · Structure no. 091470119103020

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,021
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1245 over Christmas Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1245 over Christmas Creek in Limestone County, Texas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 1,021 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,042 by 2039. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1245
CrossesChristmas Creek
Location6.80 MI SE of US 84
RouteState Highway 1245
CountyLimestone County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.60709, -96.65653
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,021 (2019)
Projected traffic2,042 by 2039
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 1245 over Christmas Creek built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1245 over Christmas 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 2022.

How much traffic does FM 1245 over Christmas Creek carry?

About 1,021 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is FM 1245 over Christmas Creek?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1245 over Christmas Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.