FM 1186 over Gum Slough
GoodPanola County, Texas · 2.10 MI NW of US 79 · Structure no. 191830073102004
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 344
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1186 over Gum Slough is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1186 over Gum Slough in Panola County, Texas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 74 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 344 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 630 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1186 over Gum Slough built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is FM 1186 over Gum Slough 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 FM 1186 over Gum Slough carry?
About 344 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is FM 1186 over Gum Slough?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1186 over Gum Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.