US Bridges

CR 418 over Brazos River Tributary

Good

Falls County, Texas · 0.85 MI NE of Satin · Structure no. 090740AA0418001

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
45 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
36
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 418 over Brazos River Tributary is a steel culvert carrying CR 418 over Brazos River Tributary in Falls County, Texas. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 36 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesCR 418
CrossesBrazos River Tributary
Location0.85 MI NE of Satin
RouteCounty Highway 418
CountyFalls County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.3534, -97.02232
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
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 length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36 (2020)
Projected traffic50 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 418 over Brazos River Tributary built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 418 over Brazos River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does CR 418 over Brazos River Tributary carry?

About 36 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is CR 418 over Brazos River Tributary?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns CR 418 over Brazos River Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.