FM 2990 over North Sulphur River
PoorClosed to trafficFannin County, Texas · 2.3 MI N of SH 34 · Structure no. 010750313901001
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2990 over North Sulphur River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2990 over North Sulphur River in Fannin County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 57 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2033. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2990 over North Sulphur River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is FM 2990 over North Sulphur River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2990 over North Sulphur River carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 2990 over North Sulphur River?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2990 over North Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.