US Bridges

CR 305 over Poole Creek Tributary

Good

Falls County, Texas · 0.95 MI NW of FM 2027 · Structure no. 090740AA0305001

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
75
2009 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 305 over Poole Creek Tributary is a steel culvert carrying CR 305 over Poole Creek Tributary in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2026. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 305
CrossesPoole Creek Tributary
Location0.95 MI NW of FM 2027
RouteCounty Highway 305
CountyFalls County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.16826, -96.97152
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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (2009)
Projected traffic75 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 305 over Poole Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 305 over Poole Creek Tributary 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 305 over Poole Creek Tributary carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is CR 305 over Poole Creek Tributary?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns CR 305 over Poole Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.