US Bridges

CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River

Good

Erath County, Texas · 0.9 MI W of US 281 · Structure no. 020730AA0223001

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
85
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River is a concrete culvert carrying CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River in Erath 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 85 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 85 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesCR 223 - Pct 1
CrossesBranch of N Bosque River
Location0.9 MI W of US 281
RouteCounty Highway 223
StateTexas
Coordinates32.16119, -98.16371
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85 (2009)
Projected traffic85 by 2042
Trucks3%
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 CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River built?

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

What condition is CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River carry?

About 85 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns CR 223 - Pct 1 over Branch of N Bosque River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.