US Bridges

RM 386 over Stark Creek

Good

Mason County, Texas · 1.50 MI N of SH 29 · Structure no. 141570057701017

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
785
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 386 over Stark Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RM 386 over Stark Creek in Mason County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 785 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,099 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 386
CrossesStark Creek
Location1.50 MI N of SH 29
RouteState Highway 386
CountyMason County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.76922, -99.23124
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic785 (2022)
Projected traffic1,099 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 RM 386 over Stark Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 386 over Stark 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does RM 386 over Stark Creek carry?

About 785 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is RM 386 over Stark Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns RM 386 over Stark Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.