US Bridges

Stokes RD over Stein Branch

Good

Colorado County, Texas · 1.15 MI W of Mcelroy Lane · Structure no. 130450AA0039001

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
110
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stokes RD over Stein Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Stokes RD over Stein Branch in Colorado County, Texas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 110 vehicles a day, projected to reach 200 by 2034. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesStokes RD
CrossesStein Branch
Location1.15 MI W of Mcelroy Lane
RouteCounty Highway 39
StateTexas
Coordinates29.92071, -96.56381
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic110 (2014)
Projected traffic200 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Stokes RD over Stein Branch built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stokes RD over Stein 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Stokes RD over Stein Branch carry?

About 110 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Stokes RD over Stein Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Stokes RD over Stein Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.