FM 1277 over Prairie Creek
FairSan Augustine County, Texas · 1.70 MI W of SH 147 · Structure no. 112030059703009
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 942
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1277 over Prairie Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1277 over Prairie Creek in San Augustine County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 942 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,319 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1277 over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1277 over Prairie Creek 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1277 over Prairie Creek carry?
About 942 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 1277 over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 1277 over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.