FM 1318 over Tule Creek
GoodSwisher County, Texas · 6.1 MI E of FM 146 · Structure no. 052190134501002
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 113
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1318 over Tule Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1318 over Tule Creek in Swisher County, Texas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 113 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 1318 over Tule Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1318 over Tule 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1318 over Tule Creek carry?
About 113 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is FM 1318 over Tule Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1318 over Tule Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.