US Bridges

FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek

Good

Cooke County, Texas · 4.8 MI N of US 82 · Structure no. 030490082301012

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
843
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek in Cooke County, Texas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger 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 843 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,517 by 2040. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 373
CrossesDry Elm Creek
Location4.8 MI N of US 82
RouteState Highway 373
StateTexas
Coordinates33.7111, -97.38582
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic843 (2020)
Projected traffic1,517 by 2040
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 373 over Dry Elm 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek carry?

About 843 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 373 over Dry Elm Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.