US Bridges

FM 2222 over Dry Creek

Good

Travis County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of Lp 1 · Structure no. 142270210001004

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,970
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2222 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2222 over Dry Creek in Travis County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 61 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 18,970 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,349 by 2039. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2222
CrossesDry Creek
Location0.9 MI W of Lp 1
RouteState Highway 2222
StateTexas
Coordinates30.34095, -97.76849
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,970 (2020)
Projected traffic30,349 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 2222 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is FM 2222 over Dry 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2222 over Dry Creek carry?

About 18,970 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2222 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2222 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.