US Bridges

US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw

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Denton County, Texas · 2.10 MI N of FM 407 · Structure no. 180610008103039

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
8,166
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw is a concrete culvert carrying US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 8,166 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,780 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 377
CrossesGraveyard Branch Draw
Location2.10 MI N of FM 407
RouteU.S. Route 377
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.12904, -97.18111
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2023
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.4 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,166 (2022)
Projected traffic11,780 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw carry?

About 8,166 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 377 over Graveyard Branch Draw?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.