US Bridges

FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad

Good

Carson County, Texas · 4.6 MI N of IH 40 · Structure no. 040330221801053

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
137 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
842
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad in Carson County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger 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 842 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,200 by 2033. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesFM 2373
CrossesBNSF Railroad
Location4.6 MI N of IH 40
RouteState Highway 2373
StateTexas
Coordinates35.28672, -101.54084
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span137 ft (41.8 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.7 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic842 (2023)
Projected traffic8,200 by 2033
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad carry?

About 842 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.8 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2373 over BNSF Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.