US Bridges

RM 1980 over Dry Branch

Good

Burnet County, Texas · 0.65 MI N of RM 1431 · Structure no. 140270341301001

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,974
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

RM 1980 over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying RM 1980 over Dry Branch in Burnet County, Texas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 2,974 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,164 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesRM 1980
CrossesDry Branch
Location0.65 MI N of RM 1431
RouteState Highway 1980
StateTexas
Coordinates30.60297, -98.30313
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,974 (2022)
Projected traffic4,164 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RM 1980 over Dry Branch built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is RM 1980 over Dry 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does RM 1980 over Dry Branch carry?

About 2,974 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is RM 1980 over Dry Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns RM 1980 over Dry Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.