US Bridges

FM 2288 over North Concho River

Fair

Tom Green County, Texas · 1.30 MI SW of US 87 · Structure no. 072260214102002

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,047
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2288 over North Concho River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM 2288 over North Concho River in Tom Green County, Texas. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 68 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 5,047 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,630 by 2033. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2288
CrossesNorth Concho River
Location1.30 MI SW of US 87
RouteState Highway 2288
StateTexas
Coordinates31.54265, -100.55553
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadOther
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,047 (2023)
Projected traffic4,630 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 2288 over North Concho River built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is FM 2288 over North Concho River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2288 over North Concho River carry?

About 5,047 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is FM 2288 over North Concho River?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2288 over North Concho River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.