US Bridges

FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek

Fair

Jim Wells County, Texas · 7.2 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 161260217002005

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
924
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek in Jim Wells County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 924 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2033. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2295
CrossesSanta Gertrudis Creek
Location7.2 MI W of US 281
RouteState Highway 2295
CountyJim Wells County
StateTexas
Coordinates27.56321, -98.21242
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic924 (2020)
Projected traffic1,750 by 2033
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek carry?

About 924 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2295 over Santa Gertrudis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.