US Bridges

FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy

Fair

Clay County, Texas · 0.35 MI E of FM 1954 · Structure no. 030390342901001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,595 ft
32 main spans
Daily traffic
592
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy is a prestressed concrete other carrying FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy in Clay County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 592 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2033. The structure is 1,595 ft (486.2 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2606
CrossesLake Arrowhead Spwy
Location0.35 MI E of FM 1954
RouteState Highway 2606
CountyClay County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.76551, -98.38309
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans32
Design loadUnknown
Structure length1,595 ft (486.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic592 (2020)
Projected traffic870 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy carry?

About 592 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy?

The structure is 1,595 ft (486.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2606 over Lake Arrowhead Spwy?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.