US Bridges

FM 2181 over Griffiths Creek

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Denton County, Texas · 2.0 MI W of IH 35E · Structure no. 180610205402264

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16,835
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2181 over Griffiths Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2181 over Griffiths Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 16,835 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,202 by 1939. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2181
CrossesGriffiths Creek
Location2.0 MI W of IH 35E
RouteState Highway 2181
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13104, -97.07409
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,835 (2019)
Projected traffic20,202 by 1939
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure7
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 2181 over Griffiths Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2181 over Griffiths 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2181 over Griffiths Creek carry?

About 16,835 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2181 over Griffiths Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2181 over Griffiths Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.