US Bridges

FM 428 over Aubrey Branch

Fair

Denton County, Texas · 7.50 MI NE of Lp 288 · Structure no. 180610008105196

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,969
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

FM 428 over Aubrey Branch is a concrete culvert carrying FM 428 over Aubrey Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 5,969 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7,550 by 2036. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesFM 428
CrossesAubrey Branch
Location7.50 MI NE of Lp 288
RouteState Highway 428
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.30454, -97.01022
Functional classUrban Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,969 (2020)
Projected traffic7,550 by 2036
Trucks0%
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 Aubrey Branch built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is FM 428 over Aubrey 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does FM 428 over Aubrey Branch carry?

About 5,969 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is FM 428 over Aubrey Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns FM 428 over Aubrey Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.