US Bridges

FM 453 over Longford Creek

Good

Wheeler County, Texas · 1.20 MI S of FM 2473 · Structure no. 252420084402010

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
107
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 453 over Longford Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 453 over Longford Creek in Wheeler County, Texas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 107 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 453
CrossesLongford Creek
Location1.20 MI S of FM 2473
RouteState Highway 453
StateTexas
Coordinates35.34028, -100.43173
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 inspectionJuly 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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic107 (2019)
Projected traffic220 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 453 over Longford Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 453 over Longford 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 453 over Longford Creek carry?

About 107 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 453 over Longford Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 453 over Longford Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.