US Bridges

Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo

GoodPosted for load

Tom Green County, Texas · 0.30 MI N of S Jackson RD · Structure no. 072260B00620028

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
107 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,727
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,727 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2033. The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBen Ficklin RD
CrossesRed Arroyo
Location0.30 MI N of S Jackson RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateTexas
Coordinates31.43005, -100.44069
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length107 ft (32.6 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,727 (2023)
Projected traffic200 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$54,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo carry?

About 1,727 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo?

The structure is 107 ft (32.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Ben Ficklin RD over Red Arroyo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.