FM 1229 over Willow Creek
GoodMitchell County, Texas · 1.6 MI SE of SH 350 · Structure no. 081680136202003
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 132
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1229 over Willow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1229 over Willow Creek in Mitchell County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 132 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2033. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 1229 over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1229 over Willow 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1229 over Willow Creek carry?
About 132 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is FM 1229 over Willow Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1229 over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.