US Bridges

FM 205 over Crockett Creek

Good

Erath County, Texas · 4.45 MI E of US 377 · Structure no. 020730199001002

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,161
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 205 over Crockett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 205 over Crockett Creek in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,161 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,260 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 45 ft wide.

CarriesFM 205
CrossesCrockett Creek
Location4.45 MI E of US 377
RouteState Highway 205
StateTexas
Coordinates32.22189, -98.11507
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,161 (2024)
Projected traffic9,260 by 2033
Trucks1%
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 205 over Crockett Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 205 over Crockett 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 205 over Crockett Creek carry?

About 1,161 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FM 205 over Crockett Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 205 over Crockett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.