US Bridges

FM 2499 over Donald Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.90 MI S of FM 1171 · Structure no. 180610268101005

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
37,862
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2499 over Donald Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2499 over Donald Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 37,862 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,250 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 139 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2499
CrossesDonald Branch
Location0.90 MI S of FM 1171
RouteState Highway 2499
StateTexas
Coordinates33.02277, -97.07078
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width139 ft (42.3 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,862 (2020)
Projected traffic58,250 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 2499 over Donald Branch built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2499 over Donald Branch 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2499 over Donald Branch carry?

About 37,862 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2499 over Donald Branch?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 139 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2499 over Donald Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.