US Bridges

US 377/380 over Timber Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 1.45 MI E of Lp 288 · Structure no. 180610013510123

Built
1999
26 years old, rebuilt 2024
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
59 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
36,108
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 377/380 over Timber Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 377/380 over Timber Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1999 and reconstructed in 2024, 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 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 36,108 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,670 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 377/380
CrossesTimber Branch
Location1.45 MI E of Lp 288
RouteU.S. Route 377
StateTexas
Coordinates33.23626, -97.06547
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,108 (2022)
Projected traffic47,670 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 377/380 over Timber Branch built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.

What condition is US 377/380 over Timber 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 US 377/380 over Timber Branch carry?

About 36,108 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 377/380 over Timber Branch?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 377/380 over Timber Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.