US Bridges

FM 117 over Mundine Creek

Good

Zavala County, Texas · 3.20 MI NW of US 57 · Structure no. 222540023602002

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
68 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
2,421
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 117 over Mundine Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 117 over Mundine Creek in Zavala County, Texas. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 86 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 2,421 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,170 by 2033. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesFM 117
CrossesMundine Creek
Location3.20 MI NW of US 57
RouteState Highway 117
StateTexas
Coordinates28.99293, -99.65275
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadH 15
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,421 (2020)
Projected traffic2,170 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 117 over Mundine Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is FM 117 over Mundine 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 117 over Mundine Creek carry?

About 2,421 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is FM 117 over Mundine Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns FM 117 over Mundine Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.