US Bridges

FM 2647 over Eagle Br

Fair

Runnels County, Texas · 3.85 MI N of FM 382 · Structure no. 072000269901002

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
127
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2647 over Eagle Br is a steel culvert carrying FM 2647 over Eagle Br in Runnels County, Texas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 95 years old, older 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 127 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesFM 2647
CrossesEagle Br
Location3.85 MI N of FM 382
RouteState Highway 2647
StateTexas
Coordinates31.84658, -99.89857
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic127 (2020)
Projected traffic140 by 2033
Trucks10%
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 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 2647 over Eagle Br built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is FM 2647 over Eagle Br 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2647 over Eagle Br carry?

About 127 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2647 over Eagle Br?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns FM 2647 over Eagle Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.