US Bridges

SH 149 over Massey Branch

Fair

Gregg County, Texas · 1.65 MI SE of SH 322 · Structure no. 100930039301023

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,146
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SH 149 over Massey Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SH 149 over Massey Branch in Gregg County, Texas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 78 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 12,146 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,150 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSH 149
CrossesMassey Branch
Location1.65 MI SE of SH 322
RouteState Highway 149
CountyGregg County
StateTexas
Coordinates32.39893, -94.68769
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 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 traffic12,146 (2020)
Projected traffic18,150 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SH 149 over Massey Branch built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is SH 149 over Massey Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does SH 149 over Massey Branch carry?

About 12,146 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SH 149 over Massey Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SH 149 over Massey Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.