US Bridges

FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing

Good

Wilson County, Texas · 1.6 MI SE of SH 123 · Structure no. 152470021511007

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
360 ft
12 main spans
Daily traffic
1,138
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing in Wilson County, Texas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 1,138 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,593 by 2042. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1681
CrossesEcleto Creek East X-Ing
Location1.6 MI SE of SH 123
RouteState Highway 1681
CountyWilson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.3626, -97.93114
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJuly 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans12
Design loadHS 20
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,138 (2022)
Projected traffic1,593 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing carry?

About 1,138 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1681 over Ecleto Creek East X-Ing?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.