US Bridges

FM 2761 over Willow Creek

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 1.82 MI S of IH 10 · Structure no. 130450271501003

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
322
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2761 over Willow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2761 over Willow Creek in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 1970, 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 322 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 457 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2761
CrossesWillow Creek
Location1.82 MI S of IH 10
RouteState Highway 2761
StateTexas
Coordinates29.71972, -96.34065
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic322 (2021)
Projected traffic457 by 2041
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2761 over Willow Creek built?

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

What condition is FM 2761 over Willow 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2761 over Willow Creek carry?

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

How long is FM 2761 over Willow Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2761 over Willow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.