US Bridges

FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 3.68 MI S of JCT FM 956 · Structure no. 130760209701002

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
262
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 262 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 310 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2238
CrossesHackberry Branch
Location3.68 MI S of JCT FM 956
RouteState Highway 2238
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.73038, -97.00673
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic262 (2020)
Projected traffic310 by 2033
Trucks37%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch carry?

About 262 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.

How long is FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2238 over Hackberry Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.