US Bridges

FM 126 over Mulberry Creek

Fair

Taylor County, Texas · 1.90 MI S of FM 1085 · Structure no. 082210073303019

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
75 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
135
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 126 over Mulberry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 126 over Mulberry Creek in Taylor County, Texas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 135 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 126
CrossesMulberry Creek
Location1.90 MI S of FM 1085
RouteState Highway 126
CountyTaylor County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.3826, -100.0693
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic135 (2020)
Projected traffic250 by 2033
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 126 over Mulberry Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 126 over Mulberry Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 126 over Mulberry Creek carry?

About 135 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is FM 126 over Mulberry Creek?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 126 over Mulberry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.