US Bridges

FM 2268 over Darrs Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 4.15 MI W of SH 95 · Structure no. 090140213601002

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,294
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2268 over Darrs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2268 over Darrs Creek 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 1,294 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,280 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2268
CrossesDarrs Creek
Location4.15 MI W of SH 95
RouteState Highway 2268
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.90255, -97.46391
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,294 (2020)
Projected traffic1,280 by 2033
Trucks7%
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 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 Darrs Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 2268 over Darrs 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2268 over Darrs Creek carry?

About 1,294 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 2268 over Darrs Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2268 over Darrs Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.