US Bridges

FM 2114 over Alligator Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 3.90 MI E of Hill C/L · Structure no. 091610230503005

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,257
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2114 over Alligator Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2114 over Alligator Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,257 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,310 by 2037. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2114
CrossesAlligator Creek
Location3.90 MI E of Hill C/L
RouteState Highway 2114
StateTexas
Coordinates31.80464, -97.11748
Functional classRural Major 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic2,257 (2020)
Projected traffic3,310 by 2037
Trucks21%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2114 over Alligator Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2114 over Alligator 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2114 over Alligator Creek carry?

About 2,257 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is FM 2114 over Alligator Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2114 over Alligator Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.