US Bridges

FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek

Good

Lee County, Texas · 2.3 MI SE of SH 21 · Structure no. 141440229401002

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
741
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek in Lee County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 67 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 741 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,005 by 2039. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2440
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Location2.3 MI SE of SH 21
RouteState Highway 2440
StateTexas
Coordinates30.21542, -96.99347
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic741 (2023)
Projected traffic2,005 by 2039
Trucks7%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is FM 2440 over Long Branch 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek carry?

About 741 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 2440 over Long Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.