FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR
GoodParker County, Texas · 2.05 MI N of SH 199 · Structure no. 021840146701006
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 90 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,728
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR is a concrete continuous slab carrying FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR in Parker 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 1,728 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,330 by 2033. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR 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 1542 over Cottonwood CR carry?
About 1,728 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.
How long is FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1542 over Cottonwood CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.