US Bridges

FM 1253 over Rock Creek

Good

Smith County, Texas · 2.1 MI N of FM 16 · Structure no. 102120020308042

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,263
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1253 over Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1253 over Rock Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 1,263 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,690 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 1253
CrossesRock Creek
Location2.1 MI N of FM 16
RouteState Highway 1253
StateTexas
Coordinates32.55608, -95.54618
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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,263 (2020)
Projected traffic1,690 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1253 over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1253 over Rock 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1253 over Rock Creek carry?

About 1,263 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1253 over Rock Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 1253 over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.