US Bridges

FM 2676 over Quihi Creek

Good

Medina County, Texas · 5.30 MI W of FM 471 · Structure no. 151630264901007

Built
1983
42 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
91 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
1,688
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2676 over Quihi Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2676 over Quihi Creek in Medina County, Texas. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 42 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 1,688 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,363 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 2676
CrossesQuihi Creek
Location5.30 MI W of FM 471
RouteState Highway 2676
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44696, -98.96692
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
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length91 ft (27.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,688 (2023)
Projected traffic2,363 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 2676 over Quihi Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is FM 2676 over Quihi 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 Quihi Creek carry?

About 1,688 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FM 2676 over Quihi Creek?

The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2676 over Quihi Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.