US Bridges

Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch

Fair

Denton County, Texas · 0.05 MI E of FM 2164 · Structure no. 180610205401003

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
258
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 5 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 258 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,680 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesGribble Springs RD
CrossesMaddox Branch
Location0.05 MI E of FM 2164
RouteState Highway 2164
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.31451, -97.12604
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans2
Design loadOther
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic258 (2019)
Projected traffic7,680 by 2032
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gribble Springs RD over Maddox 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch carry?

About 258 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Gribble Springs RD over Maddox Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.