US Bridges

FM 2268 over Smith Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of IH 35 · Structure no. 090140213601001

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,254
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2268 over Smith Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2268 over Smith Branch in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1957, 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 3,254 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,220 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2268
CrossesSmith Branch
Location0.80 MI E of IH 35
RouteState Highway 2268
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.93056, -97.52819
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic3,254 (2020)
Projected traffic3,220 by 2035
Trucks7%
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 2268 over Smith Branch built?

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

What condition is FM 2268 over Smith 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2268 over Smith Branch carry?

About 3,254 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 2268 over Smith Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 2268 over Smith Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.