US Bridges

FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR

Fair

Van Zandt County, Texas · 1.40 MI W of FM 279 · Structure no. 102340226501006

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,309
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR in Van Zandt County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,309 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2033. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2339
CrossesMurchison Crk TR
Location1.40 MI W of FM 279
RouteState Highway 2339
CountyVan Zandt County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.3713, -95.6377
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,309 (2023)
Projected traffic1,400 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$19,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR carry?

About 1,309 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2339 over Murchison Crk TR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.