US Bridges

FM 2614 over Caney Creek

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 0.3 MI W of FM 102 · Structure no. 132410259902004

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,281
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2614 over Caney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2614 over Caney Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,281 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,793 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFM 2614
CrossesCaney Creek
Location0.3 MI W of FM 102
RouteState Highway 2614
StateTexas
Coordinates29.44534, -96.28331
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 inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 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 traffic1,281 (2021)
Projected traffic1,793 by 2041
Trucks14%
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 2614 over Caney Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2614 over Caney Creek 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2614 over Caney Creek carry?

About 1,281 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is FM 2614 over Caney Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2614 over Caney Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.