FM 722 over Rica Creek
GoodHartley County, Texas · 2.9 MI E of FM 3138 · Structure no. 041040072706005
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 860
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 722 over Rica Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 722 over Rica Creek in Hartley County, Texas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 860 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,210 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 722 over Rica Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 722 over Rica 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 722 over Rica Creek carry?
About 860 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.
How long is FM 722 over Rica Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns FM 722 over Rica Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.