US Bridges

FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River

Fair

Kent County, Texas · 0.85 MI E of FM 1081 · Structure no. 081320124803007

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
472 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River in Kent County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 70 by 2033. The structure is 472 ft (143.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2320
CrossesSalt Fork Brazos River
Location0.85 MI E of FM 1081
RouteState Highway 2320
CountyKent County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.26718, -100.91196
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length472 ft (143.9 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic70 by 2033
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River?

The structure is 472 ft (143.9 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2320 over Salt Fork Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.