US Bridges

FM 2431 over Wilson Creek

Good

Matagorda County, Texas · 1.70 MI W of FM 1468 · Structure no. 131580034603044

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,857
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2431 over Wilson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2431 over Wilson Creek in Matagorda County, Texas. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2004, 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 1,857 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,228 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2431
CrossesWilson Creek
Location1.70 MI W of FM 1468
RouteState Highway 2431
StateTexas
Coordinates28.95365, -96.09167
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,857 (2023)
Projected traffic2,228 by 2042
Trucks13%
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 2431 over Wilson Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is FM 2431 over Wilson 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 2431 over Wilson Creek carry?

About 1,857 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is FM 2431 over Wilson Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2431 over Wilson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.