US Bridges

Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek

Good

Nueces County, Texas · 0.5 MI N of Mckinzie Ln. · Structure no. 161780PC0100002

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
115 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek in Nueces County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2035. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 114 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesJoe Fulton I.T.C.
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location0.5 MI N of Mckinzie Ln.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNueces County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.85408, -97.55312
Functional classUrban Local

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 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width114 ft (34.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2015)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey 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 2023.

How much traffic does Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 114 ft wide.

Who owns Joe Fulton I.T.C. over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.