US Bridges

FM 2287 over Burnt Branch

Good

Callahan County, Texas · 7.70 MI W of SH 206 · Structure no. 080300237803006

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2287 over Burnt Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2287 over Burnt Branch in Callahan County, Texas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 55 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 118 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 2287
CrossesBurnt Branch
Location7.70 MI W of SH 206
RouteState Highway 2287
StateTexas
Coordinates32.12549, -99.29662
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic118 by 2040
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 2287 over Burnt Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is FM 2287 over Burnt 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2287 over Burnt Branch carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is FM 2287 over Burnt Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2287 over Burnt Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.