US Bridges

FM 2123 over Cottonwood Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 1.2 Mi. W. of FM 51 · Structure no. 022490160602011

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,117
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2123 over Cottonwood Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2123 over Cottonwood Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 2,117 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,340 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesFM 2123
CrossesCottonwood Creek
Location1.2 Mi. W. of FM 51
RouteState Highway 2123
StateTexas
Coordinates33.07532, -97.67077
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,117 (2020)
Projected traffic2,340 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 2123 over Cottonwood Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2123 over Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 2,117 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2123 over Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2123 over Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.