US Bridges

FM 2764 over West Bernard Creek

Good

Wharton County, Texas · 1.55 MI NE of US 90A · Structure no. 132410281802001

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
121
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2764 over West Bernard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2764 over West Bernard Creek in Wharton County, Texas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 121 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 169 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2764
CrossesWest Bernard Creek
Location1.55 MI NE of US 90A
RouteState Highway 2764
CountyWharton County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.57978, -96.23525
Functional classRural Minor 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 adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic121 (2021)
Projected traffic169 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FM 2764 over West Bernard Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 2764 over West Bernard 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 2764 over West Bernard Creek carry?

About 121 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 2764 over West Bernard Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2764 over West Bernard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.