US Bridges

FM 3433 over Derrett Creek

Good

Wise County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 718 · Structure no. 022490207902003

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,851
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 3433 over Derrett Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 3433 over Derrett Creek in Wise County, Texas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,851 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,860 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 3433
CrossesDerrett Creek
Location0.2 MI N of FM 718
RouteState Highway 3433
StateTexas
Coordinates33.0069, -97.48568
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,851 (2023)
Projected traffic2,860 by 2033
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 3433 over Derrett Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 3433 over Derrett 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 3433 over Derrett Creek carry?

About 3,851 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is FM 3433 over Derrett Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns FM 3433 over Derrett Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.