US Bridges

FM 2815 over Mc Clung Creek

Good

Fannin County, Texas · 0.6 MI S of FM 1629 · Structure no. 010750287401004

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
471
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2815 over Mc Clung Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2815 over Mc Clung Creek in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 471 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2040. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFM 2815
CrossesMc Clung Creek
Location0.6 MI S of FM 1629
RouteState Highway 2815
StateTexas
Coordinates33.52283, -96.21613
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic471 (2020)
Projected traffic700 by 2040
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 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 2815 over Mc Clung Creek built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2815 over Mc Clung 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2815 over Mc Clung Creek carry?

About 471 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is FM 2815 over Mc Clung Creek?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2815 over Mc Clung Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.