US Bridges

FM 920 over W Fork Trinity River

Good

Wise County, Texas · 1.9 Miles S of Bus 380 · Structure no. 022490117901007

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,759
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 920 over W Fork Trinity River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 920 over W Fork Trinity River in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,759 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,730 by 2033. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).

CarriesFM 920
CrossesW Fork Trinity River
Location1.9 Miles S of Bus 380
RouteState Highway 920
StateTexas
Coordinates33.19328, -97.7842
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,759 (2023)
Projected traffic3,730 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed36 mi (58 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 920 over W Fork Trinity River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 920 over W Fork Trinity River 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 920 over W Fork Trinity River carry?

About 2,759 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 920 over W Fork Trinity River?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns FM 920 over W Fork Trinity River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.