US Bridges

FM 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek

Good

Medina County, Texas · 0.75 MI S of Bandera C/L · Structure no. 151630173002003

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,634
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek is a steel culvert carrying FM 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 2,634 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,688 by 2023. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 1283
CrossesPecan Spring Creek
Location0.75 MI S of Bandera C/L
RouteState Highway 1283
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57942, -98.89993
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,634 (2023)
Projected traffic3,688 by 2023
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1283 over Pecan Spring 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek carry?

About 2,634 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns FM 1283 over Pecan Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.