US Bridges

Willow ST over Ranger Branch

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Denton County, Texas · 0.45 MI E of 2nd ST · Structure no. 180610H00145001

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,959
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Willow ST over Ranger Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Willow ST over Ranger Branch in Denton County, Texas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 1,959 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2037. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesWillow ST
CrossesRanger Branch
Location0.45 MI E of 2nd ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyDenton County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.35901, -97.16291
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,959 (2019)
Projected traffic650 by 2037
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Willow ST over Ranger Branch built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Willow ST over Ranger 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 Willow ST over Ranger Branch carry?

About 1,959 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Willow ST over Ranger Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Willow ST over Ranger Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.