US Bridges

CR 149 over Ben Branch

Good

Falls County, Texas · 0.10 MI S of CR 118 · Structure no. 090740AA0149001

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
37 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 149 over Ben Branch is a steel culvert carrying CR 149 over Ben Branch in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 149
CrossesBen Branch
Location0.10 MI S of CR 118
RouteCounty Highway 149
CountyFalls County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.46897, -96.86258
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2013)
Projected traffic75 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 149 over Ben Branch built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 149 over Ben 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CR 149 over Ben Branch carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is CR 149 over Ben Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns CR 149 over Ben Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.