FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek
FairMcLennan County, Texas · 6.0 MI NW of FM 1637 · Structure no. 091610239602004
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,166
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 61 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 3,166 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,686 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek carry?
About 3,166 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns FM 2490 over Trib Childress Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.