US Bridges

FM 1634 over Wichita River

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of FM 367 · Structure no. 032430307401002

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,377
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1634 over Wichita River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1634 over Wichita River in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 2,377 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,980 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 1634
CrossesWichita River
Location0.80 MI S of FM 367
RouteState Highway 1634
StateTexas
Coordinates33.90729, -98.57774
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,377 (2023)
Projected traffic3,980 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 1634 over Wichita River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1634 over Wichita River 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 1634 over Wichita River carry?

About 2,377 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 1634 over Wichita River?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1634 over Wichita River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.