US Bridges

FM 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 4.4 MI S of SH 114 · Structure no. 022490160602003

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,993
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek is a concrete slab carrying FM 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 69 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 1,993 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesFM 2123
CrossesNorth Fork of Rush Creek
Location4.4 MI S of SH 114
RouteState Highway 2123
StateTexas
Coordinates33.13784, -97.76347
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,993 (2023)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is FM 2123 over North Fork of Rush 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 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek carry?

About 1,993 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2123 over North Fork of Rush Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.