US Bridges

FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 2.1 MI N of US-67 · Structure no. 021270246501001

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,208
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 63 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 9,208 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,290 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2280
CrossesTrib of Turkey Creek
Location2.1 MI N of US-67
RouteState Highway 2280
CountyJohnson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.40634, -97.32545
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,208 (2020)
Projected traffic10,290 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek carry?

About 9,208 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2280 over Trib of Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.