US Bridges

FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River

Good

Falls County, Texas · 3.50 MI NW of SH 6 Bus · Structure no. 090740206202001

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
113
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 113 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 2117
CrossesTrib of Brazos River
Location3.50 MI NW of SH 6 Bus
RouteState Highway 2117
StateTexas
Coordinates31.34208, -96.94355
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic113 (2023)
Projected traffic810 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River carry?

About 113 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2117 over Trib of Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.