US Bridges

SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch

Good

Erath County, Texas · 3.4 MI N of FM 2481 · Structure no. 020730046702005

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,184
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older 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 2,184 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,883 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSH 220
CrossesTrib of Camp Branch
Location3.4 MI N of FM 2481
RouteState Highway 220
StateTexas
Coordinates32.0798, -97.98029
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,184 (2022)
Projected traffic2,883 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is SH 220 over Trib of Camp 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch carry?

About 2,184 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SH 220 over Trib of Camp Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.