US Bridges

Branch Crossing over Loving Branch

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Denton County, Texas · 0.10 MI E of FM 407 · Structure no. 180610AA2069001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
112 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,765
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Branch Crossing over Loving Branch is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Branch Crossing over Loving Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 2,765 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2037. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBranch Crossing
CrossesLoving Branch
Location0.10 MI E of FM 407
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.09461, -97.12951
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length112 ft (34.1 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,765 (2019)
Projected traffic500 by 2037
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Branch Crossing over Loving Branch built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Branch Crossing over Loving 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Branch Crossing over Loving Branch carry?

About 2,765 vehicles per day (2019 count).

How long is Branch Crossing over Loving Branch?

The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Branch Crossing over Loving Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.