US Bridges

FM 205 over Richardson Creek

Good

Erath County, Texas · 7.30 MI NE of US 377 · Structure no. 020730199001003

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2022
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
746
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 205 over Richardson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 205 over Richardson Creek in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2022, 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 746 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesFM 205
CrossesRichardson Creek
Location7.30 MI NE of US 377
RouteState Highway 205
StateTexas
Coordinates32.23993, -98.07478
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic746 (2024)
Projected traffic640 by 2033
Trucks11%
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 Richardson Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.

What condition is FM 205 over Richardson 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 Richardson Creek carry?

About 746 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 205 over Richardson Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FM 205 over Richardson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.