US Bridges

RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek

Good

Lipscomb County, Texas · 2.15 MI N of SH 15 · Structure no. 041480207802003

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
102
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek in Lipscomb 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 102 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2033. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesRM 2248
CrossesN Fork Kiowa Creek
Location2.15 MI N of SH 15
RouteState Highway 2248
CountyLipscomb County
StateTexas
Coordinates36.48006, -100.31433
Functional classUrban 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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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, precast panels
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic102 (2020)
Projected traffic270 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek built?

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

What condition is RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek carry?

About 102 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns RM 2248 over N Fork Kiowa Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.