US Bridges

IH 30 over Brandham Creek

Fair

Bowie County, Texas · 0.20 MI W of Spur 86 · Structure no. 190190061006116

Built
1967
58 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,090
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IH 30 over Brandham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying IH 30 over Brandham Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 58 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,090 vehicles a day, roughly 43% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,330 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

CarriesIH 30
CrossesBrandham Creek
Location0.20 MI W of Spur 86
RouteInterstate 30
StateTexas
Coordinates33.46831, -94.33862
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 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 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,090 (2013)
Projected traffic4,330 by 2033
Trucks43%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 IH 30 over Brandham Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is IH 30 over Brandham Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does IH 30 over Brandham Creek carry?

About 3,090 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 43% are trucks.

How long is IH 30 over Brandham Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns IH 30 over Brandham Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.