US Bridges

FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek

Good

Palo Pinto County, Texas · .7 Mi. SW of US 281 · Structure no. 021820273501007

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,585
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek in Palo Pinto County, Texas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 1,585 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2030. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 63 ft wide.

CarriesFM 2256
CrossesTrib of Whatley Creek
Location.7 Mi. SW of US 281
RouteState Highway 2256
StateTexas
Coordinates32.78036, -98.12024
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.1 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,585 (2024)
Projected traffic1,900 by 2030
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek carry?

About 1,585 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2256 over Trib of Whatley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.