US Bridges

FM 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch

Good

Wise County, Texas · 3.2 MI W of FM 730 · Structure no. 022490246601001

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,563
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch in Wise 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 2,563 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,250 by 2033. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 2048
CrossesTrib of Hog Branch
Location3.2 MI W of FM 730
RouteState Highway 2048
CountyWise County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.03059, -97.61568
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,563 (2020)
Projected traffic2,250 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch built?

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

What condition is FM 2048 over Trib of Hog 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does FM 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch carry?

About 2,563 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FM 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns FM 2048 over Trib of Hog Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.