US Bridges

FM 24 over Oso Creek

Good

Nueces County, Texas · 1.35 MI N of SH 44 · Structure no. 161780155601001

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,420
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 24 over Oso Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 24 over Oso Creek in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,420 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,988 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesFM 24
CrossesOso Creek
Location1.35 MI N of SH 44
RouteState Highway 24
StateTexas
Coordinates27.80291, -97.60387
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,420 (2022)
Projected traffic1,988 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 24 over Oso Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 24 over Oso 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 24 over Oso Creek carry?

About 1,420 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 24 over Oso Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns FM 24 over Oso Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.