US Bridges

FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek

Good

Cass County, Texas · 0.10 MI W of SH 11 / 49 · Structure no. 190340021808061

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
765
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek in Cass County, Texas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 765 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,660 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFM 2612
CrossesCloninger Creek
Location0.10 MI W of SH 11 / 49
RouteState Highway 2612
StateTexas
Coordinates32.99206, -94.60725
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 inspectionAugust 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic765 (2020)
Projected traffic1,660 by 2040
Trucks14%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2612 over Cloninger 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek carry?

About 765 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2612 over Cloninger Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.