US Bridges

FM 1371 over Gibbs Creek

Good

Washington County, Texas · 3.98 MI S of US 290 · Structure no. 172390140501001

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
679
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1371 over Gibbs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1371 over Gibbs Creek in Washington County, Texas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 679 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 610 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 1371
CrossesGibbs Creek
Location3.98 MI S of US 290
RouteState Highway 1371
StateTexas
Coordinates30.08872, -96.21242
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic679 (2020)
Projected traffic610 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 1371 over Gibbs Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1371 over Gibbs 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1371 over Gibbs Creek carry?

About 679 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 1371 over Gibbs Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns FM 1371 over Gibbs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.