US Bridges

FM 2860 over Prairie Branch

Fair

Kaufman County, Texas · 3.50 MI NW of US 175 · Structure no. 181300319001001

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
457
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2860 over Prairie Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2860 over Prairie Branch in Kaufman County, Texas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 457 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,730 by 2035. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2860
CrossesPrairie Branch
Location3.50 MI NW of US 175
RouteState Highway 2860
CountyKaufman County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.51651, -96.30421
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic457 (2022)
Projected traffic1,730 by 2035
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2860 over Prairie Branch built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2860 over Prairie Branch 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2860 over Prairie Branch carry?

About 457 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2860 over Prairie Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2860 over Prairie Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.