US Bridges

FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek

Good

Falls County, Texas · 1.10 MI SE of SH 7 · Structure no. 090740302801001

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
284
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 284 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFM 2958
CrossesBig Sandy Creek
Location1.10 MI SE of SH 7
RouteState Highway 2958
StateTexas
Coordinates31.30071, -96.84413
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic284 (2023)
Projected traffic590 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$500,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2958 over Big Sandy 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek carry?

About 284 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2958 over Big Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.