US Bridges

SH 93 over Double Branch Creek

Good

Bowie County, Texas · 0.30 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 190190094501007

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,299
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 93 over Double Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SH 93 over Double Branch Creek in Bowie County, Texas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 17,299 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,190 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSH 93
CrossesDouble Branch Creek
Location0.30 MI S of IH 30
RouteState Highway 93
StateTexas
Coordinates33.46091, -94.06576
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
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 length28 ft (8.5 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 traffic17,299 (2023)
Projected traffic22,190 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 93 over Double Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 93 over Double Branch 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 93 over Double Branch Creek carry?

About 17,299 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SH 93 over Double Branch Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 93 over Double Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.