US Bridges

Burnett RD over Morris Branch

FairPosted for load

Denton County, Texas · 0.80 MI S of FM 2449 · Structure no. 180610AA0353001

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
72 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
290
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burnett RD over Morris Branch is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Burnett RD over Morris Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 57 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 290 vehicles a day, projected to reach 119 by 2033. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesBurnett RD
CrossesMorris Branch
Location0.80 MI S of FM 2449
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.16292, -97.3616
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic290 (2019)
Projected traffic119 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 Burnett RD over Morris Branch built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is Burnett RD over Morris 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Burnett RD over Morris Branch carry?

About 290 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Burnett RD over Morris Branch?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Burnett RD over Morris Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.