FM 2573 over Ward Creek
FairRed River County, Texas · 3.4 MI E of US 82 · Structure no. 011940004510168
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 794
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2573 over Ward Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2573 over Ward Creek in Red River County, Texas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 794 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 860 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2573 over Ward Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2573 over Ward Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2573 over Ward Creek carry?
About 794 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FM 2573 over Ward Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 2573 over Ward Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.