US Bridges

US 380 over Jones Branch

Good

Denton County, Texas · 5.80 MI E of US 377 · Structure no. 180610013510151

Built
2004
21 years old, rebuilt 2024
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
48,481
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 380 over Jones Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 380 over Jones Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2004 and reconstructed in 2024, so it is 21 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 48,481 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,490 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 380
CrossesJones Branch
Location5.80 MI E of US 377
RouteU.S. Route 380
StateTexas
Coordinates33.21974, -96.90608
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 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 traffic48,481 (2023)
Projected traffic47,490 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
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 380 over Jones Branch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2024.

What condition is US 380 over Jones 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 380 over Jones Branch carry?

About 48,481 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 380 over Jones Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 380 over Jones Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.