US Bridges

FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of SH 95 · Structure no. 090140130801009

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,945
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,945 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,590 by 2035. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1123
CrossesDarrs Creek Tributary
Location0.10 MI W of SH 95
RouteState Highway 1123
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.87879, -97.40355
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,945 (2020)
Projected traffic3,590 by 2035
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$261,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary carry?

About 2,945 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1123 over Darrs Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.