US Bridges

FM 127 over Tankersley Creek

Good

Titus County, Texas · 1.80 MI S of US 271 · Structure no. 192250073401012

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
158 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,392
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 127 over Tankersley Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 127 over Tankersley Creek in Titus County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 7,392 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,640 by 2033. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 127
CrossesTankersley Creek
Location1.80 MI S of US 271
RouteState Highway 127
CountyTitus County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13828, -94.99764
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,392 (2020)
Projected traffic4,640 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 127 over Tankersley Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 127 over Tankersley 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 127 over Tankersley Creek carry?

About 7,392 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is FM 127 over Tankersley Creek?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns FM 127 over Tankersley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.