US Bridges

FM 2449 over Equestrian Trail

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.42 MI S of FM 2181 · Structure no. 180610268101110

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
16,330
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2449 over Equestrian Trail is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2449 over Equestrian Trail in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 16,330 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,400 by 2034. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 2449
CrossesEquestrian Trail
Location1.42 MI S of FM 2181
RouteState Highway 2499
StateTexas
Coordinates33.11736, -97.07939
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,330 (2022)
Projected traffic59,400 by 2034
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 2449 over Equestrian Trail built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2449 over Equestrian Trail 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 2449 over Equestrian Trail carry?

About 16,330 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2449 over Equestrian Trail?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns FM 2449 over Equestrian Trail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.