US Bridges

FM 765 over Dry Hollow

Good

Concho County, Texas · 0.40 MI E of FM 381 · Structure no. 070480087004013

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
527
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 765 over Dry Hollow is a concrete culvert carrying FM 765 over Dry Hollow in Concho County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 527 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 680 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 35 ft wide.

CarriesFM 765
CrossesDry Hollow
Location0.40 MI E of FM 381
RouteState Highway 765
StateTexas
Coordinates31.39885, -100.08261
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic527 (2023)
Projected traffic680 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 765 over Dry Hollow built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 765 over Dry Hollow 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 765 over Dry Hollow carry?

About 527 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 765 over Dry Hollow?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 765 over Dry Hollow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.