FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch
FairDenton County, Texas · 6.40 MI N of SH 121 · Structure no. 180610156702011
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old, rebuilt 2011
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,624
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2005 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 20 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 49,624 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,000 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.
What condition is FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch carry?
About 49,624 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns FM 423 over South Cottonwood Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.