US Bridges

FM 428 over Culp Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 4.60 MI NE of Lp 288 · Structure no. 180610008105182

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,898
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 428 over Culp Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 428 over Culp Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7,898 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,340 by 2033. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFM 428
CrossesCulp Branch
Location4.60 MI NE of Lp 288
RouteState Highway 428
StateTexas
Coordinates33.30721, -97.05987
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2024
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
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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,898 (2023)
Projected traffic6,340 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 FM 428 over Culp Branch built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 428 over Culp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does FM 428 over Culp Branch carry?

About 7,898 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FM 428 over Culp Branch?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FM 428 over Culp Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.