US Bridges

FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch

Fair

Wilson County, Texas · 4.30 MI SE of SH 123 · Structure no. 152470021511023

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,138
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch in Wilson County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 1,138 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,593 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1681
CrossesGold Pool Branch
Location4.30 MI SE of SH 123
RouteState Highway 1681
CountyWilson County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.33889, -97.90399
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 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 closed6.8 mi (11 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 1681 over Gold Pool Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch carry?

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

How long is FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1681 over Gold Pool Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.