US Bridges

CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River

PoorPosted for load

Coryell County, Texas · 4.30 MI NW of SH 236 · Structure no. 090500AA0314002

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
58
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River in Coryell County, Texas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2036. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 314 (neff Park)
CrossesBranch of Leon River
Location4.30 MI NW of SH 236
RouteCounty Highway 314
CountyCoryell County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.35429, -97.51602
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating20.9 US tons
Inventory rating14 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic58 (2020)
Projected traffic35 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$208,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River carry?

About 58 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns CR 314 (neff Park) over Branch of Leon River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.