US Bridges

FM 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek

Good

Donley County, Texas · 3.36 MI W of SH 273 · Structure no. 250650181801002

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
170
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek in Donley County, Texas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 170 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2034. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2471
CrossesLelia Lake Creek
Location3.36 MI W of SH 273
RouteState Highway 2471
StateTexas
Coordinates34.9355, -100.69637
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic170 (2020)
Projected traffic210 by 2034
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2471 over Lelia Lake 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek carry?

About 170 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2471 over Lelia Lake Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.