FM 357 over Black Lake Creek
GoodTrinity County, Texas · 3.55 MI NW of SH 94 · Structure no. 112280093104023
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 555
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 357 over Black Lake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 357 over Black Lake Creek in Trinity County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 555 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 660 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 46 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 357 over Black Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 357 over Black Lake 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FM 357 over Black Lake Creek carry?
About 555 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is FM 357 over Black Lake Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns FM 357 over Black Lake Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.