US Bridges

FM 2251 over Mill Creek

Good

Angelina County, Texas · 1.5 MI N of Lp 287 · Structure no. 110030211501002

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,915
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2251 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2251 over Mill Creek in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2011, so it is 68 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 1,915 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,680 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2251
CrossesMill Creek
Location1.5 MI N of Lp 287
RouteState Highway 2251
StateTexas
Coordinates31.39375, -94.73168
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 inspectionMay 2024
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,915 (2020)
Projected traffic1,680 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 2251 over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is FM 2251 over Mill 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2251 over Mill Creek carry?

About 1,915 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is FM 2251 over Mill Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2251 over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.