FM 3143 over Richardson Creek
GoodCollingsworth County, Texas · 2.40 MI W of FM 1547 · Structure no. 250440079707010
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 3143 over Richardson Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 3143 over Richardson Creek in Collingsworth County, Texas. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 70 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 3143 over Richardson Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 3143 over Richardson 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 3143 over Richardson Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is FM 3143 over Richardson Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FM 3143 over Richardson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.