US Bridges

FM 2872 over Little Concho Creek

Good

Runnels County, Texas · 1.47 MI NE of FM 1692 · Structure no. 072000228001002

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
267
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2872 over Little Concho Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2872 over Little Concho Creek in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 267 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 427 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 34 ft wide.

CarriesFM 2872
CrossesLittle Concho Creek
Location1.47 MI NE of FM 1692
RouteState Highway 2872
StateTexas
Coordinates31.6264, -100.17845
Functional classRural Minor 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 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic267 (2022)
Projected traffic427 by 2042
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 2872 over Little Concho Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2872 over Little Concho 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 2872 over Little Concho Creek carry?

About 267 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2872 over Little Concho Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2872 over Little Concho Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.