US Bridges

FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch

Fair

Pecos County, Texas · 1.40 MI SW of Crane C/L · Structure no. 061860086604003

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,653
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch in Pecos County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 86 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,653 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,880 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1053
CrossesIrrigation Ditch
Location1.40 MI SW of Crane C/L
RouteState Highway 1053
CountyPecos County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.29582, -102.66941
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,653 (2020)
Projected traffic1,880 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 1053 over Irrigation Ditch built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch carry?

About 1,653 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 1053 over Irrigation Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.