US Bridges

FM 2761 over IH 10

FairPosted for load

Colorado County, Texas · 5.2 MI E of FM 949 · Structure no. 130450027101186

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
340 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
322
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2761 over IH 10 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2761 over IH 10 in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 322 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 451 by 2041. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2761
CrossesIH 10
Location5.2 MI E of FM 949
RouteState Highway 2761
CountyColorado County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.74168, -96.33057
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic322 (2021)
Projected traffic451 by 2041
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$20,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2761 over IH 10 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2761 over IH 10 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2761 over IH 10 carry?

About 322 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 2761 over IH 10?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2761 over IH 10?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.