US Bridges

SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri

Good

Falls County, Texas · 0.80 MI E of FM 1771 · Structure no. 090740038202015

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,907
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri is a concrete culvert carrying SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 75 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 2,907 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,680 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 7
CrossesTrib Little Brazos Ri
Location0.80 MI E of FM 1771
RouteState Highway 7
CountyFalls County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.31002, -96.70744
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,907 (2019)
Projected traffic4,680 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$400,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri carry?

About 2,907 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns SH 7 over Trib Little Brazos Ri?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.