US Bridges

US 281 over Langford Branch

Good

Coryell County, Texas · 0.75 MI SW of US 84 · Structure no. 090500025103057

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,229
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 281 over Langford Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 281 over Langford Branch in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 3,229 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,710 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 281
CrossesLangford Branch
Location0.75 MI SW of US 84
RouteU.S. Route 281
CountyCoryell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.47045, -98.15632
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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,229 (2020)
Projected traffic5,710 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$600,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 281 over Langford Branch built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 281 over Langford 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does US 281 over Langford Branch carry?

About 3,229 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 281 over Langford Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 281 over Langford Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.