US Bridges

FM 2908 over Davis Branch

Good

Smith County, Texas · 0.1 MI N of SH 31 · Structure no. 102120295601001

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,137
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2908 over Davis Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2908 over Davis Branch 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 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 1,137 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,370 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2908
CrossesDavis Branch
Location0.1 MI N of SH 31
RouteState Highway 2908
StateTexas
Coordinates32.36198, -95.17218
Functional classRural Major 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,137 (2020)
Projected traffic1,370 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 2908 over Davis Branch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2908 over Davis Branch 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 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2908 over Davis Branch carry?

About 1,137 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is FM 2908 over Davis Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns FM 2908 over Davis Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.