US Bridges

CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch

Fair

Caldwell County, Texas · 1.90 MI E of FM 1322 · Structure no. 140280AA0183001

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
327
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch is a steel culvert carrying CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch in Caldwell County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 years old, younger 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 5 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 327 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 57 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 197 (young Ln)
CrossesSixmile Branch
Location1.90 MI E of FM 1322
RouteCounty Highway 197
CountyCaldwell County
StateTexas
Coordinates29.82353, -97.60549
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (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 traffic327 (2020)
Projected traffic57 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch carry?

About 327 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns CR 197 (young Ln) over Sixmile Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.