US Bridges

Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.87 MI S of SH 53 · Structure no. 090140032005083

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,460
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 9,460 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,244 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesLp 363
CrossesLittle Elm Creek Branch
Location0.87 MI S of SH 53
RouteState Highway 363
StateTexas
Coordinates31.07707, -97.31457
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,460 (2023)
Projected traffic13,244 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$392,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch carry?

About 9,460 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Lp 363 over Little Elm Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.