US Bridges

FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20

Fair

Eastland County, Texas · 3.60 MI SW of FM 571 · Structure no. 230680000706142

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
340 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,867
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20 in Eastland County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,867 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,872 by 2038. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2461/LP 254
CrossesIH 20
Location3.60 MI SW of FM 571
RouteState Highway 254
CountyEastland County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.43926, -98.69684
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length340 ft (103.6 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,867 (2018)
Projected traffic4,872 by 2038
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20 carry?

About 3,867 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20?

The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2461/LP 254 over IH 20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.