FM 1279 over Mill Creek
FairShelby County, Texas · 2.30 MI SW of SH 87 · Structure no. 112100140902006
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 220
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1279 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1279 over Mill Creek in Shelby County, Texas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 220 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 308 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1279 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1279 over Mill 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1279 over Mill Creek carry?
About 220 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is FM 1279 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1279 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.