FM 2546 over Chitland Creek
FairWharton County, Texas · 2.95 MI W of SH 71 · Structure no. 132410251701001
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 285
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 2546 over Chitland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2546 over Chitland Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 285 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 2546 over Chitland Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 2546 over Chitland 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FM 2546 over Chitland Creek carry?
About 285 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is FM 2546 over Chitland Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FM 2546 over Chitland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.