US Bridges

FM 2499 over Timber Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.10 MI N of FM 1171 · Structure no. 180610268101007

Built
1997
28 years old, rebuilt 2008
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
375 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
39,530
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2499 over Timber Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2499 over Timber Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1997 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 28 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 39,530 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,760 by 2033. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2499
CrossesTimber Creek
Location1.10 MI N of FM 1171
RouteState Highway 2499
StateTexas
Coordinates33.05044, -97.07238
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width98 ft (29.9 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,530 (2019)
Projected traffic33,760 by 2033
Trucks5%
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 Timber Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.

What condition is FM 2499 over Timber 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2499 over Timber Creek carry?

About 39,530 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is FM 2499 over Timber Creek?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2499 over Timber Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.