US Bridges

FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief

Good

Jones County, Texas · 3.11 MI E of FM 605 · Structure no. 081280247401002

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
893
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief in Jones County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 893 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2404
CrossesMulberry Creek Relief
Location3.11 MI E of FM 605
RouteState Highway 2404
CountyJones County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.55124, -99.82753
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic893 (2020)
Projected traffic780 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
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 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 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief carry?

About 893 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2404 over Mulberry Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.