US Bridges

FM 2503 over Bull Creek

Good

Fayette County, Texas · 4.20 MI NE of SH 71 · Structure no. 130760238201002

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
393
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2503 over Bull Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2503 over Bull Creek in Fayette County, Texas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 393 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2503
CrossesBull Creek
Location4.20 MI NE of SH 71
RouteState Highway 2503
CountyFayette County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.87722, -96.65955
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic393 (2020)
Projected traffic360 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 2503 over Bull Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2503 over Bull 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2503 over Bull Creek carry?

About 393 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 2503 over Bull Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2503 over Bull Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.