US Bridges

FM 2285 over White Oak Creek

Good

Hopkins County, Texas · 1.80 MI NW of SH 19 · Structure no. 011130073504026

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
79 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,666
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2285 over White Oak Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2285 over White Oak Creek in Hopkins County, Texas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,666 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,310 by 2033. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesFM 2285
CrossesWhite Oak Creek
Location1.80 MI NW of SH 19
RouteState Highway 2285
StateTexas
Coordinates33.17979, -95.6178
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,666 (2020)
Projected traffic2,310 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal 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 2285 over White Oak Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2285 over White Oak 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2285 over White Oak Creek carry?

About 1,666 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 2285 over White Oak Creek?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2285 over White Oak Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the State Highway Agency.