US Bridges

FM 3053 over Wilds Creek

Good

Rusk County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of Gregg Cl · Structure no. 102010308202003

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,743
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3053 over Wilds Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3053 over Wilds Creek in Rusk County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 1,743 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,440 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 3053
CrossesWilds Creek
Location0.6 MI S of Gregg Cl
RouteState Highway 3053
StateTexas
Coordinates32.36126, -94.97026
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,743 (2021)
Projected traffic2,440 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 3053 over Wilds Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3053 over Wilds 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 3053 over Wilds Creek carry?

About 1,743 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 3053 over Wilds Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3053 over Wilds Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.