US Bridges

FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek

Good

Montague County, Texas · 0.15 MI E of SH 240 · Structure no. 032430051404010

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1945
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,109
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek in Montague County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1945, so it is 95 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 1,109 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,620 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 1177
CrossesTrib of Gilbert Creek
Location0.15 MI E of SH 240
RouteState Highway 1177
StateTexas
Coordinates34.04969, -98.52256
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 inspectionJune 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 spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,109 (2020)
Projected traffic1,620 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1945.

What condition is FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek carry?

About 1,109 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1177 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.