US Bridges

FM 1431 over Chandler Creek

Good

Williamson County, Texas · 0.2 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 142460137802028

Built
1986
39 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
100 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40,741
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1431 over Chandler Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 1431 over Chandler Creek in Williamson County, Texas. It was built in 1986 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 40,741 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,037 by 2041. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 1431
CrossesChandler Creek
Location0.2 MI W of IH 35
RouteState Highway 1431
StateTexas
Coordinates30.5582, -97.695
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width92 ft (28 m)
Roadway width84 ft (25.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,741 (2021)
Projected traffic57,037 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1431 over Chandler Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is FM 1431 over Chandler 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1431 over Chandler Creek carry?

About 40,741 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 1431 over Chandler Creek?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1431 over Chandler Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.