US Bridges

FM 1943 over Turkey Creek

Good

Tyler County, Texas · 3.10 MI E of US 69 · Structure no. 202290182801010

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
275 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,692
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1943 over Turkey Creek is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 1943 over Turkey Creek in Tyler County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 1,692 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,369 by 2042. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 1943
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location3.10 MI E of US 69
RouteState Highway 1943
StateTexas
Coordinates30.61982, -94.35646
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,692 (2022)
Projected traffic2,369 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 1943 over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1943 over Turkey 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1943 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 1,692 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1943 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1943 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.