US Bridges

FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch

Good

Runnels County, Texas · 1.66 MI S of FM 2133 · Structure no. 072000247001002

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 1874
CrossesFuzzy Creek Branch
Location1.66 MI S of FM 2133
RouteState Highway 1874
CountyRunnels County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.61353, -99.95811
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 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 loadOther
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2020)
Projected traffic170 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 1874 over Fuzzy Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.