US Bridges

FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 4.9 MI N of FM 917 · Structure no. 021270211802003

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,930
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2018, 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 4,930 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,460 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesFM 1902
CrossesRock Creek Tributary
Location4.9 MI N of FM 917
RouteState Highway 1902
StateTexas
Coordinates32.52725, -97.42342
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,930 (2023)
Projected traffic10,460 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary carry?

About 4,930 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1902 over Rock Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.