US Bridges

SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR

Good

Bell County, Texas · 0.72 MI N of FM 1237 · Structure no. 090140039804052

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,309
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR is a concrete culvert carrying SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2018, 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 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,320 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 317
CrossesTrib of Cedar CR
Location0.72 MI N of FM 1237
RouteState Highway 317
CountyBell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.20283, -97.40311
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,309 (2020)
Projected traffic5,320 by 2031
Trucks19%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR 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 Trib of Cedar CR carry?

About 6,309 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns SH 317 over Trib of Cedar CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.