FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River
GoodPalo Pinto County, Texas · 5.2 Mi. N. of US 180 · Structure no. 021820073601017
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River in Palo Pinto 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 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 11 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2033. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River carry?
About 11 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns FM 4 over Trib of Brazos River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.