US Bridges

FM 2331 over West Nolan Creek

Fair

Johnson County, Texas · 0.1 MI S of SH 171 · Structure no. 021270221301003

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,108
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2331 over West Nolan Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2331 over West Nolan Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 7,108 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,970 by 2033. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2331
CrossesWest Nolan Creek
Location0.1 MI S of SH 171
RouteState Highway 2331
CountyJohnson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.44181, -97.52639
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,108 (2024)
Projected traffic3,970 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 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 2331 over West Nolan Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2331 over West Nolan 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2331 over West Nolan Creek carry?

About 7,108 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is FM 2331 over West Nolan Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2331 over West Nolan Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.