US Bridges

FM 920 over Trib of Willow Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 2.7 MI N of SH-199 · Structure no. 022490117901010

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,495
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 920 over Trib of Willow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 920 over Trib of Willow Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,495 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,160 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

CarriesFM 920
CrossesTrib of Willow Creek
Location2.7 MI N of SH-199
RouteState Highway 920
StateTexas
Coordinates33.06002, -97.86212
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,495 (2019)
Projected traffic2,160 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 920 over Trib of Willow Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 920 over Trib of Willow 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 920 over Trib of Willow Creek carry?

About 1,495 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 920 over Trib of Willow Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 920 over Trib of Willow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.