US Bridges

FM 919 over Carter Br

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 4.5 MI N of SH-193 · Structure no. 021820117801015

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
379
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 919 over Carter Br is a concrete culvert carrying FM 919 over Carter Br in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 379 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFM 919
CrossesCarter Br
Location4.5 MI N of SH-193
RouteState Highway 919
StateTexas
Coordinates32.61538, -98.37035
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 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 traffic379 (2020)
Projected traffic590 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 919 over Carter Br built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 919 over Carter Br 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 919 over Carter Br carry?

About 379 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 919 over Carter Br?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 919 over Carter Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.