FM 2481 over Cox Creek
FairErath County, Texas · 4.6 MI S of US 67 · Structure no. 020730257802002
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 390
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2481 over Cox Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2481 over Cox Creek in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 390 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 615 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2481 over Cox Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2481 over Cox Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2481 over Cox Creek carry?
About 390 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is FM 2481 over Cox Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2481 over Cox Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.