US Bridges

US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch

Fair

Denton County, Texas · 3.60 MI N of FM 407 · Structure no. 180610008103040

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,879
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 6,879 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,780 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 377
CrossesTrib of Graveyard Branch
Location3.60 MI N of FM 407
RouteU.S. Route 377
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.14645, -97.17
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,879 (2020)
Projected traffic11,780 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Trib of Graveyard Branch built?

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

What condition is US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch carry?

About 6,879 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns US 377 over Trib of Graveyard Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.