FM 2868 over Saline Creek
FairSmith County, Texas · 1.3 MI SE of SH 155 · Structure no. 102120088903013
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,114
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2868 over Saline Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2868 over Saline Creek in Smith County, Texas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 4,114 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,760 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2868 over Saline Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2868 over Saline 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does FM 2868 over Saline Creek carry?
About 4,114 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FM 2868 over Saline Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 2868 over Saline Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.