US Bridges

FM 2595 over Big Coyote Creek

Good

Runnels County, Texas · 5.00 MI NE of SH 153 · Structure no. 072000257201002

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2595 over Big Coyote Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2595 over Big Coyote Creek in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesFM 2595
CrossesBig Coyote Creek
Location5.00 MI NE of SH 153
RouteState Highway 2595
StateTexas
Coordinates32.07656, -100.03451
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic90 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 2595 over Big Coyote Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2595 over Big Coyote 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2595 over Big Coyote Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2595 over Big Coyote Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2595 over Big Coyote Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.