FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek
GoodSmith County, Texas · 0.2 MI N of FM 2813 · Structure no. 102120019103015
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,537
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1988 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 37 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 18,537 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,350 by 2033. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is FM 2493 over Henshaw 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek carry?
About 18,537 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns FM 2493 over Henshaw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.