SH 97 over Thompson Branch
GoodGonzales County, Texas · 4.7 MI SW of IH 10 · Structure no. 130900002507230
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,934
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 97 over Thompson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 97 over Thompson Branch in Gonzales County, Texas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,934 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,708 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 97 over Thompson Branch built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 97 over Thompson 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SH 97 over Thompson Branch carry?
About 1,934 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SH 97 over Thompson Branch?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns SH 97 over Thompson Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.