US Bridges

FM 1189 over Trib to Brazos River

Good

Parker County, Texas · 4.7 MI S of IH 20 · Structure no. 021840146801007

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,213
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1189 over Trib to Brazos River is a masonry culvert carrying FM 1189 over Trib to Brazos River in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 87 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 4,213 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,490 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 1189
CrossesTrib to Brazos River
Location4.7 MI S of IH 20
RouteState Highway 1189
StateTexas
Coordinates32.65097, -97.91359
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,213 (2024)
Projected traffic3,490 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 1189 over Trib to Brazos River built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is FM 1189 over Trib to Brazos River 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 1189 over Trib to Brazos River carry?

About 4,213 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is FM 1189 over Trib to Brazos River?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1189 over Trib to Brazos River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.