US Bridges

FM 1885 over Rippy Branch

Good

Parker County, Texas · 9.3 MI NW of FM 920 · Structure no. 021840064902001

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,323
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1885 over Rippy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1885 over Rippy Branch in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 2,323 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,060 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesFM 1885
CrossesRippy Branch
Location9.3 MI NW of FM 920
RouteState Highway 1885
StateTexas
Coordinates32.90763, -97.96655
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
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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,323 (2024)
Projected traffic2,060 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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 Rippy Branch built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1885 over Rippy Branch 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 Rippy Branch carry?

About 2,323 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 1885 over Rippy Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 1885 over Rippy Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.