US Bridges

FM 1885 over Turkey Creek

Good

Parker County, Texas · 4.6 MI W of FM 113 · Structure no. 021840053905017

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2017
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,117
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1885 over Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1885 over Turkey Creek in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2017, 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 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 2,117 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,150 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesFM 1885
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location4.6 MI W of FM 113
RouteState Highway 1885
StateTexas
Coordinates32.92033, -98.05772
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,117 (2024)
Projected traffic2,150 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 1885 over Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.

What condition is FM 1885 over Turkey 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1885 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 2,117 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1885 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1885 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.