US Bridges

FM 2754 over Long Branch Creek

Good

Austin County, Texas · 0.35 MI NE of FM 2502 · Structure no. 130080281601001

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
438
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2754 over Long Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2754 over Long Branch Creek in Austin County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 61 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 438 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 430 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesFM 2754
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Location0.35 MI NE of FM 2502
RouteState Highway 2754
StateTexas
Coordinates29.99211, -96.41454
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic438 (2020)
Projected traffic430 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 2754 over Long Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is FM 2754 over Long Branch 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 2754 over Long Branch Creek carry?

About 438 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2754 over Long Branch Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2754 over Long Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.