US Bridges

FM 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 1.35 MI S of IH 35 · Structure no. 090140203801003

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
533
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 70 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 533 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 670 by 2033. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2115
CrossesBranch of Salado Creek
Location1.35 MI S of IH 35
RouteState Highway 2115
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.89801, -97.54804
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic533 (2020)
Projected traffic670 by 2033
Trucks31%
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$261,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is FM 2115 over Branch of Salado 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 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek carry?

About 533 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is FM 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2115 over Branch of Salado Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.