US Bridges

FM 121 over West Prong Whites Creek

Good

Grayson County, Texas · 2.3 MI W of US75 · Structure no. 010920072901186

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,246
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 121 over West Prong Whites Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 121 over West Prong Whites Creek in Grayson County, Texas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 7,246 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,695 by 2039. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 84 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 121
CrossesWest Prong Whites Creek
Location2.3 MI W of US75
RouteState Highway 121
StateTexas
Coordinates33.42254, -96.6317
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width84 ft (25.6 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,246 (2019)
Projected traffic8,695 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 121 over West Prong Whites Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 121 over West Prong Whites 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 121 over West Prong Whites Creek carry?

About 7,246 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 121 over West Prong Whites Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.

Who owns FM 121 over West Prong Whites Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.