US Bridges

US 377 over Running Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 0.60 MI S of FM 428 · Structure no. 180610008106061

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,863
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377 over Running Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 377 over Running Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 63 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 17,863 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,900 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 71 ft wide.

CarriesUS 377
CrossesRunning Branch
Location0.60 MI S of FM 428
RouteU.S. Route 377
StateTexas
Coordinates33.29032, -96.98571
Functional classRural Minor 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 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
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.5 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,863 (2023)
Projected traffic14,900 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Running Branch built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is US 377 over Running 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 377 over Running Branch carry?

About 17,863 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 377 over Running Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns US 377 over Running Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.