US Bridges

Lp 363 over Knob Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.55 MI NE of US 190 · Structure no. 090140032005087

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,867
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lp 363 over Knob Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lp 363 over Knob Creek 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 10,867 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,214 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesLp 363
CrossesKnob Creek
Location0.55 MI NE of US 190
RouteState Highway 363
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.0605, -97.32642
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic10,867 (2023)
Projected traffic15,214 by 2042
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$261,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lp 363 over Knob Creek built?

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

What condition is Lp 363 over Knob 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Lp 363 over Knob Creek carry?

About 10,867 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Lp 363 over Knob Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Lp 363 over Knob Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.