US Bridges

RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek

Good

Potter County, Texas · 5.25 MI N of FM 2381 · Structure no. 041880124502005

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,215
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek in Potter County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 3,215 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,920 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 1061
CrossesPedrosa Creek
Location5.25 MI N of FM 2381
RouteState Highway 1061
CountyPotter County
StateTexas
Coordinates35.34462, -102.08769
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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,215 (2020)
Projected traffic2,920 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 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 RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 1061 over Pedrosa 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek carry?

About 3,215 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns RM 1061 over Pedrosa Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.