FM 438 over Little Elm Creek

Fair Condition78 years old2,025 vehicles/day

Location

StateTexas
CountyBell
Location0.48 Mi E Of Lp 363
CarriesFM 438
CrossesLittle Elm Creek
Coordinates31.11406, -97.30627

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical2 — Bridge closed (monitoring)

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Max Span24.9 ft (7.6 m)
Deck Width36.4 ft (11.1 m)
Deck Area338.6 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1948 (reconstructed 1970)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,025 (2020)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number090140083501002

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