US Bridges

FM 2235 over East Coloma CR

Good

Calhoun County, Texas · 2.62 MI S of SH 35 · Structure no. 130290168802004

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
225
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2235 over East Coloma CR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2235 over East Coloma CR in Calhoun County, Texas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 225 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2235
CrossesEast Coloma CR
Location2.62 MI S of SH 35
RouteState Highway 2235
StateTexas
Coordinates28.53844, -96.71508
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic225 (2023)
Projected traffic510 by 2033
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure2
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2235 over East Coloma CR built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2235 over East Coloma CR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2235 over East Coloma CR carry?

About 225 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is FM 2235 over East Coloma CR?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2235 over East Coloma CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.