US Bridges

FM 2445 over Grochett Branch

Fair

Grimes County, Texas · 1.95 MI W of FM 1774 · Structure no. 170940233601003

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
738
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2445 over Grochett Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2445 over Grochett Branch in Grimes 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 738 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 699 by 2039. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2445
CrossesGrochett Branch
Location1.95 MI W of FM 1774
RouteState Highway 2445
CountyGrimes County
StateTexas
Coordinates30.40916, -95.92248
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadOther
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic738 (2020)
Projected traffic699 by 2039
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 2445 over Grochett Branch built?

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

What condition is FM 2445 over Grochett Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2445 over Grochett Branch carry?

About 738 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2445 over Grochett Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns FM 2445 over Grochett Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.