US Bridges

FM 2088 over Copper Branch

Good

Upshur County, Texas · 5.60 MI NW of US 271 · Structure no. 192300096402011

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
491
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2088 over Copper Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2088 over Copper Branch in Upshur County, Texas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 491 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesFM 2088
CrossesCopper Branch
Location5.60 MI NW of US 271
RouteState Highway 2088
StateTexas
Coordinates32.83808, -95.04006
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic491 (2020)
Projected traffic800 by 2033
Trucks14%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2088 over Copper Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2088 over Copper 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2088 over Copper Branch carry?

About 491 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2088 over Copper Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns FM 2088 over Copper Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.