US Bridges

CR SE 4130 over Blundell Creek

Good

Franklin County, Texas · 1.3 MI S of IH 30 · Structure no. 010810AA0157003

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
350
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR SE 4130 over Blundell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR SE 4130 over Blundell Creek in Franklin County, Texas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 500 by 2030. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesCR SE 4130
CrossesBlundell Creek
Location1.3 MI S of IH 30
RouteCounty Highway 4130
CountyFranklin County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.14103, -95.13264
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2010)
Projected traffic500 by 2030
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 SE 4130 over Blundell Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR SE 4130 over Blundell Creek 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 SE 4130 over Blundell Creek carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is CR SE 4130 over Blundell Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CR SE 4130 over Blundell Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.