FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek
GoodZapata County, Texas · Appx 1.3 MI NE of US 83 · Structure no. 212530309903001
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 324
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek in Zapata County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 324 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 910 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 3169 over El Grullo 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek carry?
About 324 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns FM 3169 over El Grullo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.