US Bridges

FM 113 over North Rippy Branch

Good

Parker County, Texas · 2.2 MI S of FM 1885 · Structure no. 021840071702004

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
960
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 113 over North Rippy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 113 over North Rippy Branch in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 960 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,150 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesFM 113
CrossesNorth Rippy Branch
Location2.2 MI S of FM 1885
RouteState Highway 113
StateTexas
Coordinates32.88073, -97.97917
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 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 loadHS 20
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 traffic960 (2020)
Projected traffic1,150 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 113 over North Rippy Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 113 over North 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 113 over North Rippy Branch carry?

About 960 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 113 over North Rippy Branch?

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

Who owns FM 113 over North Rippy Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.