US Bridges

US 380 over Burns Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 8.1 MI W of FM 156 · Structure no. 180610013409129

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,721
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 380 over Burns Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 380 over Burns Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 12,721 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,190 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 380
CrossesBurns Branch
Location8.1 MI W of FM 156
RouteU.S. Route 380
StateTexas
Coordinates33.24558, -97.38836
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.9 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 traffic12,721 (2023)
Projected traffic15,190 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 380 over Burns Branch built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 380 over Burns 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 380 over Burns Branch carry?

About 12,721 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 380 over Burns Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 380 over Burns Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.