US Bridges

US 84 over Morris Branch

Good

Coleman County, Texas · 0.85 MI NW of US 283 · Structure no. 230420005404051

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,981
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 over Morris Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 over Morris Branch in Coleman County, Texas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 88 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 2,981 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,980 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84
CrossesMorris Branch
Location0.85 MI NW of US 283
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyColeman County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.8591, -99.43877
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJuly 2023
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 loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,981 (2020)
Projected traffic4,980 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 US 84 over Morris Branch built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US 84 over Morris 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 84 over Morris Branch carry?

About 2,981 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 84 over Morris Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 over Morris Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.