US Bridges

SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek

Good

Bell County, Texas · 2.78 MI S of FM 2601 · Structure no. 090140039804002

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,309
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 87 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 6,309 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,700 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 317
CrossesBranch of Cedar Creek
Location2.78 MI S of FM 2601
RouteState Highway 317
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.21256, -97.39939
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJanuary 2023
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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,309 (2020)
Projected traffic7,700 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$261,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is SH 317 over Branch of Cedar 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 SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek carry?

About 6,309 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns SH 317 over Branch of Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.