FM 1096 over Alligator Slough
GoodWharton County, Texas · 3.00 MI N of FM 442 · Structure no. 132410216901002
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 857
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1096 over Alligator Slough is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1096 over Alligator Slough in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 857 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 1096 over Alligator Slough built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1096 over Alligator Slough 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1096 over Alligator Slough carry?
About 857 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 1096 over Alligator Slough?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1096 over Alligator Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.