US Bridges

FM 2490 over Eagle Creek

Good

McLennan County, Texas · 4.7 MI NW of FM 1637 · Structure no. 091610239602007

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,166
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2490 over Eagle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2490 over Eagle Creek in McLennan County, Texas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 3,166 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,680 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesFM 2490
CrossesEagle Creek
Location4.7 MI NW of FM 1637
RouteState Highway 2490
StateTexas
Coordinates31.6881, -97.28597
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,166 (2023)
Projected traffic2,680 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 FM 2490 over Eagle Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2490 over Eagle 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 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2490 over Eagle Creek carry?

About 3,166 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 2490 over Eagle Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 2490 over Eagle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.