US Bridges

FM 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch

Good

Parker County, Texas · 2.9 MI S of IH-20 · Structure no. 021840160102005

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,582
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch in Parker County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 70 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 3,582 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,170 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 59 ft wide.

CarriesFM 1884
CrossesTrib of Sanchez Branch
Location2.9 MI S of IH-20
RouteState Highway 1884
StateTexas
Coordinates32.68919, -97.82584
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 geometry6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,582 (2024)
Projected traffic2,170 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is FM 1884 over Trib of Sanchez 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 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch carry?

About 3,582 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1884 over Trib of Sanchez Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.