US Bridges

FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek

Good

Runnels County, Texas · 2.27 MI NE of US 67 · Structure no. 072000082603003

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
214
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 214 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2133
CrossesUpper Rocky Creek
Location2.27 MI NE of US 67
RouteState Highway 2133
StateTexas
Coordinates31.68397, -100.04655
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 inspectionMarch 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic214 (2022)
Projected traffic300 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek carry?

About 214 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2133 over Upper Rocky Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.