US Bridges

FM 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek

Good

Kimble County, Texas · 9.35 MI SE of Lp 481 · Structure no. 071340200701127

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
170 ft
14 main spans
Daily traffic
202
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek in Kimble County, Texas. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 202 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2033. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 2169
CrossesJohnson Fork Creek
Location9.35 MI SE of Lp 481
RouteState Highway 2169
StateTexas
Coordinates30.42802, -99.67561
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans14
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic202 (2020)
Projected traffic200 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2169 over Johnson Fork 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 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek carry?

About 202 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2169 over Johnson Fork Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.