US Bridges

FM 350 over Barnett Creek

Good

Polk County, Texas · 4.40 MI W of US 59 · Structure no. 111870065402008

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
706
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 350 over Barnett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 350 over Barnett Creek in Polk 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 706 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 988 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 350
CrossesBarnett Creek
Location4.40 MI W of US 59
RouteState Highway 350
StateTexas
Coordinates30.91086, -94.89727
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic706 (2022)
Projected traffic988 by 2042
Trucks23%
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 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 350 over Barnett Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 350 over Barnett 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 350 over Barnett Creek carry?

About 706 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is FM 350 over Barnett Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 350 over Barnett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.