US Bridges

FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · 1.5 MI W of SH 16 · Structure no. 021820228901001

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
167
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 167 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 2372
CrossesTR N Fk Palo Pinto C
Location1.5 MI W of SH 16
RouteState Highway 2372
StateTexas
Coordinates32.55112, -98.52456
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic167 (2024)
Projected traffic90 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C carry?

About 167 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2372 over TR N Fk Palo Pinto C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.