US Bridges

FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek

Good

Duval County, Texas · 3.15 MI E of SH 339 · Structure no. 220670217001002

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
957
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek in Duval County, Texas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 957 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2295
CrossesSanta Gertrudis Creek
Location3.15 MI E of SH 339
RouteState Highway 2295
CountyDuval County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.58776, -98.35617
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic957 (2020)
Projected traffic1,250 by 2033
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek carry?

About 957 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.