US Bridges

FM 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek

Fair

Wichita County, Texas · 0.65 MI NW of IH 44 · Structure no. 032430320301002

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,150
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 94 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 5,150 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,210 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 3429
CrossesTrib of Gilbert Creek
Location0.65 MI NW of IH 44
RouteState Highway 3429
StateTexas
Coordinates34.05909, -98.56588
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,150 (2020)
Projected traffic6,210 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is FM 3429 over Trib of 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 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek carry?

About 5,150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3429 over Trib of Gilbert Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.