FM 838 over Bowles Creek
GoodRusk County, Texas · 0.6 MI E of Smith Cl · Structure no. 102010049207008
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 584
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 838 over Bowles Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 838 over Bowles Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 584 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 818 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 838 over Bowles Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 838 over Bowles 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 FM 838 over Bowles Creek carry?
About 584 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 838 over Bowles Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 838 over Bowles Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.