US Bridges

FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.4 MI S of IH 35E · Structure no. 180610268101105

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
70 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
20,004
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 20,004 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,600 by 2039. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2499(ST School)
CrossesTrib Pecan Creek
Location0.4 MI S of IH 35E
RouteState Highway 2499
StateTexas
Coordinates33.16794, -97.09082
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,004 (2022)
Projected traffic43,600 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek carry?

About 20,004 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 2499(ST School) over Trib Pecan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.