Bell Street over Kings Branch
GoodBell County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of Cypress ST · Structure no. 090140L00010001
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,255
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bell Street over Kings Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bell Street over Kings Branch in Bell County, Texas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 5,255 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2037. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bell Street over Kings Branch built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell Street over Kings 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 2023.
How much traffic does Bell Street over Kings Branch carry?
About 5,255 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bell Street over Kings Branch?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Bell Street over Kings Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.