FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek
FairLa Salle County, Texas · 0.6 MI W of IH 35 · Structure no. 221420023701016
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,039
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek in La Salle County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 78 years old, older 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 2,039 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,970 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek carry?
About 2,039 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns FM 133 over Branch of 2nd Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.