US Bridges

FM 369 over Gilbert Creek

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 4.15 MI S of SH 240 · Structure no. 032430080201007

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,346
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 369 over Gilbert Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 369 over Gilbert Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 65 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,346 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,420 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 369
CrossesGilbert Creek
Location4.15 MI S of SH 240
RouteState Highway 369
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates34.03734, -98.60197
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,346 (2020)
Projected traffic1,420 by 2033
Trucks6%
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 369 over Gilbert Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is FM 369 over Gilbert Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 369 over Gilbert Creek carry?

About 1,346 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 369 over Gilbert Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 369 over Gilbert Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.