FM 1430 over Garcias Creek
GoodStarr County, Texas · 0.60 MI S of US 83 · Structure no. 212140003913300
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,948
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1430 over Garcias Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1430 over Garcias Creek in Starr County, Texas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 1,948 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,500 by 2024. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1430 over Garcias Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1430 over Garcias 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 1430 over Garcias Creek carry?
About 1,948 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FM 1430 over Garcias Creek?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1430 over Garcias Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.