US Bridges

FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou

Fair

McLennan County, Texas · 6.3 MI SW of IH 35 · Structure no. 091610206001005

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,104
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1988, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 6,104 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,080 by 2037. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2113
CrossesTrib of N Cow Bayou
Location6.3 MI SW of IH 35
RouteState Highway 2113
CountyMcLennan County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.41221, -97.26272
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,104 (2023)
Projected traffic9,080 by 2037
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$600,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou carry?

About 6,104 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2113 over Trib of N Cow Bayou?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.