US Bridges

FM 2676 over First Creek

Good

Medina County, Texas · 4.57 MI NE of SH 173 · Structure no. 151630264901004

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,614
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2676 over First Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2676 over First Creek in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 1,614 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,970 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2676
CrossesFirst Creek
Location4.57 MI NE of SH 173
RouteState Highway 2676
CountyMedina County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.39035, -99.04666
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,614 (2023)
Projected traffic2,970 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 2676 over First Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2676 over First 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2676 over First Creek carry?

About 1,614 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 2676 over First Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2676 over First Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.