US Bridges

FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 3.84 MI E of SH 317 · Structure no. 090140023205035

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,738
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1984, 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 11,738 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,170 by 2035. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2305
CrossesPepper Creek Branch
Location3.84 MI E of SH 317
RouteState Highway 2305
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.10811, -97.3817
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,738 (2020)
Projected traffic21,170 by 2035
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch 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 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch carry?

About 11,738 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch?

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

Who owns FM 2305 over Pepper Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.