US Bridges

FM 2738 over Mountain Creek

Good

Johnson County, Texas · 2.2 M. N. of US67 · Structure no. 021270276201002

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,426
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2738 over Mountain Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2738 over Mountain Creek in Johnson County, Texas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 4,426 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,460 by 2033. The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2738
CrossesMountain Creek
Location2.2 M. N. of US67
RouteState Highway 2738
CountyJohnson County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.45162, -97.16907
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length110 ft (33.5 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,426 (2020)
Projected traffic5,460 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2738 over Mountain Creek built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2738 over Mountain 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 2738 over Mountain Creek carry?

About 4,426 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is FM 2738 over Mountain Creek?

The structure is 110 ft (33.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2738 over Mountain Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.