US Bridges

CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch

FairPosted for load

Erath County, Texas · 0.6 MI N of US 377 · Structure no. 020730AA0351001

Built
1921
104 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
299
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch is a concrete continuous slab carrying CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch in Erath County, Texas. It was built in 1921, so it is 104 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 5 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 299 vehicles a day, projected to reach 370 by 2036. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 351 - Pct 2
CrossesBell Branch
Location0.6 MI N of US 377
RouteCounty Highway 351
CountyErath County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.11574, -98.33049
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.3 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic299 (2024)
Projected traffic370 by 2036
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch carry?

About 299 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns CR 351 - Pct 2 over Bell Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.