US Bridges

FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo

Fair

Tom Green County, Texas · 1.0 MI E of US 87 · Structure no. 072260228401001

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,347
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 67 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 8,347 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,710 by 2033. The structure is 1,130 ft (344.4 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 388
CrossesS Concho Ri & Red Arroyo
Location1.0 MI E of US 87
RouteState Highway 388
StateTexas
Coordinates31.44511, -100.42499
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3 (+15 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length1,130 ft (344.4 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.4 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,347 (2018)
Projected traffic17,710 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo carry?

About 8,347 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo?

The structure is 1,130 ft (344.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns FM 388 over S Concho Ri & Red Arroyo?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.